I think those that were disappointed by this c.d. should really give it a chance. Yes, he may have taken the beats from another song, but come on his voice alone makes the c.d. worth the money! No one is perfect and I haven't seen a male R&B male compare to Mr. McKnight yet (him and R. Kelly). Even R. Kelly has taken some beats and made it sound wonders! I loved this c.d. not only because of the love ballads, but because Mr. Knight tried something different. He not only got with Mase on this album, but he went back with a wonderful spritual called When The Chariots Come that will bring you to tears ( I know it did for me).When your an artists you can't just stick to one thing all the time, like humans (which he is, lets not forget)can't stick to the same t.v. show or cereal everyday. We're forgetting everyone isn't perfect and that's why they call it being different, changing the pace, or coloring outside the lines. I would recommend this c.d. to all you Brian McKnight fans and those who haven't heard one of his c.d's, because you won't be let down!

I simply love Brian McKnight's music. He keeps getting better and better. I played this CD so much that I got one for work and one for home. He's mastered the ballad. His voice is so smooth, and so mellow. This album can be listened to whether you're at your highest high or lowest low--it's a CD for all moods. I even found myself dancing to the uptempo grooves. It's so hard to pick out a favorite song on this album, but near the top are "The Only One for Me", "Til I Get Over You" and "Anytime".

Most vocally gifted man I have ever heard,but you wont know that on this album. I think Brian is doing what a lot of "talented" artist are doing today, relying heavily on production. His first two albums displayed his voice to the fullest, singing to orchastral type instruments and mellow beats wich didn't overpower his voice. Brian would command more respect if he stoped trying to appeal to the masses and avoid collaberating with other producers. For anyone who disagrees with me, just listen to the first album, and then imediatly listen to this one. BIG DIFFERANCE!

I was very upset to finally realize that Brian McKnight's hit single "Anytime" was not a completely original work. Although I love the lyrics, I was dissapointed to discover that the melody to "Anytime" was too similar to Me'Shell Ndegeocello's "Outside Your Door" to be mere coincidence. I give much props to a fellow reviewer who brought this oversight to my attention. When I heard "Anytime" for the first time, I thought I had heard it somewhere before. But I dismissed it upon checking the credits and finding that it was an "original" song. I used to love playing "Outside Your Door" over and over again because the melody was so soothing. I later found myself playing "Anytime" repeatedly because it had the same affect (not knowing that it was basically the same song-just different words). I must say that I have lost some respect for Mr. McKnight because of what he has done. I definately feel bamboozled, hoodwinked, and dooped by his latest album. He has been given a great musical gift and instead of using it, he has sold out in order to make more money. Until he returns to his roots and starts making real music again, I don't think I can support his work. Don't get me wrong, I have much love for his previous albums "I Remember You" and "Brian McKnight". I just can't respect unoriginality when someone has proven they are quite capable of being true to themselves.

On his thrid CD Mcknight decided to pursue a new, hip-hop-influenced direction. You Should Be Mine was the first single pulled from Anytime, and produced by Puff Daddy and featured a rap by Mase. The song was pretty hot and enjoyed heavy roation on BET. As always though, Mcknight showed that is his best work was in the ballad department. Anytime featured the self titled ballad and the R&B hit The Only One For Me. Although McKnight wouldn't achieve crossover sucess until his next CD, this is still a fine album.