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Evolver

Released 2008

Everybody Knows	04:35	610,396 plays
This Time	04:23	395,518 plays
No Other Love	03:58	375,831 plays

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1	Good Morning (Intro)	00:46	208,241plays	Buy
2	Green Light	04:46	1,328,138plays	Buy
3	It's Over	04:28	249,035plays	Buy
4	Everybody Knows	04:35	610,396plays	Buy
5	Quickly	03:42	375,034plays	Buy
6	Cross The Line	03:22	318,473plays	Buy
7	No Other Love	03:58	375,831plays	Buy
8	This Time	04:23	395,518plays	Buy
9	Satisfaction	04:45	284,014plays	Buy
10	Take Me Away	03:03	296,282plays	Buy
11	Good Morning	04:02	300,229plays	Buy
12	I Love, You Love	04:36	243,160plays	Buy
13	If You're Out There	04:29	297,445plays	Buy

album review

Evolver is more clever and appealing as an album title than Dabbler, yet the latter would be much more emblematic of John Legend's third studio album. Legend is up-front about his lane changes, which begin with the album's lead single, "Green Light," decked out in giddy synthesizers à la Paul McCartney's "A Wonderful Christmas Time" (or, OK, the glitziest part of Kanye West's "Flashing Lights") while benefiting from André 3000's off-the-cuff appearance. Following it is "It's Over," a relatively characteristic breakup song that continues to set the tone for the album's anything-goes nature. There's a show-stopping ballad, a reggae-flavored Estelle feature, flashes of tropical lushness, a couple throwbacks to soul-informed soft rock, a track full of chunky synth riffs, a brave topical message song to close, and a couple other diversions throughout. Legend often sounds like he is occupied by the satisfaction that comes with hearing what his vocal cords are capable of achieving. ~ Andy Kellman, Rovi

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I Love, You Love

By McSavish11/21/2010 10:29:25

Soul and rhythm, jazzy vocals and instrumentations, I Love, You Love. This album brings us even closer to the man, the Legend. From its 'Green light' introduction to its pleading end (If You're Out There) the music draws us in, keeps us chilled and always interested. Think the aftermath of Sunday brunch, a few drinks on the front porch watching the kids play in the yard... Home, safe, satisfied, happy - and slightly tipsy. 'Evolver' is truly long overdue and I, for one, am glad it's here. Full of great music, grand music, soul music, the music I Love, You Love.

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Artistic Paroxysm

By donjigga5/18/2009 06:37:52

Perhaps never before could the term 'Bipolar' be used with accuracy to describe a musical compilation. 'Evolver' is a juxtaposition of songs whose cohesiveness is debatable at best; what is certain, especially from repeated listens is the emotional agony of Legend (evident in songs like 'Take me Away' & 'Set me Free'). This overflow of passion is perhaps what salvages the album and makes it quite euphonious. For those yet to purchase, but are considering Legends sophomoric compilation: Like the female orgasm, it may laborious to attain, but you will at some point gain significant enjoyment from this album. The delayed gratification is well worth it. Star rating 4 out of 5.

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Evolver went to the next level

By Phate of Osiris1/12/2009 20:13:20

I'll admit I did not like his album when I first listened to it. But I had to listen to it again and it grew on me. Now, I love this album!!!! My favorite song I love, You love. I know this will be someone's wedding song.

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This new album is off the...

By BigVeney2411/27/2008 02:48:25

Chain! Legend is an Evolver! Everytime he comes out with an album, he gets better and better! :)

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green light

By kman777x11/18/2008 04:21:52

is a cool track with a cool video to match

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I second that!

By EUPHOR1C10/28/2008 21:34:48

He stays original unlike many of the newer artist today. I'm diggin this.

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