In the Thicke of It

Evolution is defined as:

1. A gradual process in which something changes into a different and usually more complex or better form.

2. Robin Thicke.

The Evolution of Robin Thicke, the second release, by Robin Thicke demonstrates that musically an artist and his music can change into a different, more complex and better form.

Although a newcomer to some of us, Robin Thicke has long been honing his craft since he was 12 years old and is showing us that he is a musical man. With a soulful sound and vocal styling reminiscent of Marvin Gaye, you will be transported into another dimension of musical pleasure.

The first track had my attention instantly. A smooth and funky little duet with the lovely Faith Evans, entitled Got 2 Be Down. This track had a retro – Motown feel to it and captivates your interest for what is to come next.

What came next was a jazz influenced love song called Complicated. Here Robin uses his falsetto style that is accompanied by an arrangement that not only punctuates his vocals but allows the warmth of this song to come through. This track is not too complicated to enjoy.

Would That Make You Love Me is the third track. This song is a bit more up tempo. What I like about this song is the acoustic feel that really sets the tone for the entire song. The guitar is the driving force and all of the other musical instruments just add an accent, but then there remains this subtleness. It’s a subtleness that allows you to feel his plea to find out just what it would take to get the object of his affection to love him in return.

The current single, Lost Without You is another charismatic ballad that whisks you off to the islands with its sound and just pulls you in.

The Evolution is not just filled with smooth ballads. Tracks like Shooter and All Night Long featuring Lil Wayne, and Wanna Love U Girl change the pace of the cd and gives it an edge.

The evolutionary journey ends with a beautiful ballad entitled Angel, which I think hands down is the sleeper song of this collection. This one just allows me to close my eyes and drift away.

If you were ever to ask me do I believe in the theory of evolution, I would immediately tell you no.

Do I believe in the Evolution of Robin Thicke – absolutely!