Sweetness

This is a sensational set that bundles up a dozen hits, throwing its net beyond the and labels, which are well-served elsewhere. With that said, buyers still get one production, the fabulous but it rubs shoulders with equally heavy hitters from , , a trio from , and more. As suggests, the majority of the numbers revolve around matters of the heart, and what a sweet group of songs they are. The title track is almost dizzy from all the sugar seeping through in an effervescent confection that's totally irresistible, and if it's happily serves it up in heaping doses on this smash classic. And what woman can resist his pleas to when he fills them with such soulful desire? is the master of romance and all it takes is to weave his spell and declare that with the latter boasting a particularly tour de force emotive performance over the lushest of backings. In the loverman stakes, the singer has no competition, so best to and let the king of romance show you how it's done. The singer shows less sympathy on as he gently pushes a competitor out of the way, delicately delivered, over a sublime rhythm with plenty of bounce. But is human, occasionally making mistakes and finding himself in That hit is one of the best examples of his phenomenal ability to draw listeners directly into his own world. is a superb DJ cut of another stellar single, while adds further fire to with both men standing strong against life's tribulations. is the set's one pure cultural number, which didn't hit at the time, but is still a welcome inclusion, as powerfully rebukes those who misuse their position. Every one of these songs is another perfect gem, a further jewel in the singer's crown, with performances that will leave listeners breathless; the backings are all of an equal caliber, and the productions inspired. An absolute must for fans. ~ Jo-Ann Greene