Still Winning Explained

Still Winning
Type:studio
Artist:Johnny Gill
Cover:Johnny Gill - Still Winning album cover.jpg
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Still Winning is the sixth studio album by American R&B singer Johnny Gill. It was released on October 11, 2011, through independent imprint Notifi Records.[1] Gill's first album of solo material since 1996's Let's Get the Mood Right, it peaked at number 17 on the US Billboard 200 and number 4 on the Billboard R&B chart.[3] Three singles were released from the album: "In the Mood", "It Would Be You" and "Just the Way You Are". In addition to original songs, the album closes with a cover of the Paul McCartney and Wings song "My Love."[1]

Critical reception

The album received mixed to negative reviews from critics. Andy Kellman of AllMusic rated it two stars out of five, stating that "not much [was] memorable" about the album and that Gill often sounded "distanced".[1] Chris Rizik of SoulTracks stated that the album was inconsistent and had a "forgettable start", but went on to state that the album improved mid-disc and then concluded that the album was "mildly recommended" to consumers.[4]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Still Winning - Johnny Gill Songs, Reviews, Credits, Awards AllMusic. AllMusic. All Media Network. Kellman. Andy. December 22, 2014.
  2. Johnny Gill - Still Winning (CD liner notes). Notifi Music Group/Fontana Distribution. NOT1101
  3. Web site: Johnny Gill - Awards AllMusic. AllMusic. All Media Network. December 22, 2014.
  4. Web site: Johnny Gill - Still Winning (2011) (Review). SoulTracks. Rizik. Chris. December 22, 2014.