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Released almost exactly three years after Ain't Nobody Worryin', The Point of It All has a slightly lighter tone compared to that of its immediate predecessor and Comin' from Where I'm From. But just as Anthony Hamilton has been able to incorporate modern sounds that fit with his Southern soul throwback voice, the contrasting feel of this album comes through its subtleties. Take "Cool," the album's lead single, which parlays the stress of financial strain into a good time without resembling mindless escapism. The album's opener, "The News," is as poignant as Curtis Mayfield's "Pusherman" and Willie Hutch's "Brothers Gonna Work It Out" (the latter even quoted), but it is likewise delivered through swashbuckling blaxploitation-style funk. Vocally, Hamilton has never been as dynamic as he is on this song, switching between his grittily textured baritone and surprisingly effective upper register. As much power is leant to some of the ballads: "Please Stay" is startling in its heartfelt regret; "The Point of It All," sparse and elegant, is like the 3 a.m. version of "Can't Let Go," equally steamy and romantic. There are lulls, such as the drippy adult contemporary of "Her Heart," but they're offset (and then some) by the standouts. At least a third of the album's contents would have to be part of any representative introduction to Hamilton. In fact, this puts a cap on a three-album run as remarkable as any other in 2000s R&B. ~ Andy Kellman, All Music Guide
more albums by this artist
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- Soulife
- Released 2005
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- Southern Comfort
- Released 2007
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- Southern Comfort (Parental Advisory)
- Released 2007
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- Southern Comfort (Edited)
- Released 2007
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listener reviews
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Thank You
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- By ZuNikki504
- 8/7/2009 22:14:23
- Anthony Thank you for one of my favorite songs. The Point Of It All sounds like you were reading my mind. This my song for my wedding I LOVE YOU
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Its cool, he's cool
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- By JAZZFREDERICK
- 1/15/2009 16:50:40
- Alright he's in the mix again with another winner. His 5th CD is good, it could be a little more adventerous, but his musical time signature is patented. As a loyal fan I wouldnt say its not his best but it is a diamond in the rough. I did it for sho is my favorite song track 5 and track 3 and 9
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THIS MAN'S SOULS ON FIRE
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- By Isis63
- 1/14/2009 23:16:44
- ANTHONY'S DONE IT AGAIN.I MUST SAY THAT I'M HOOKED.THE WAY HE SKILLFULLY CHOOSE'S THE WORDS IN HIS SONGS AND TASTEFULLY PUT THEM TOGETHER.THIS ALBUM IS GREAT. MY FAVORITE SONGS ARE 2,3,4.THE WHOLE ALBUM IS GREAT! CHECK IT OUT FOR YOURSELVES,DON'T SLEEP ON MR.HAMILTON!!!
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