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Born to Do It [VINYL] [Import]

Craig David | Format: Vinyl
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (88 customer reviews)

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  • Vinyl (11 Sep 2000)
  • Number of Discs: 2
  • Format: Import
  • Label: Edel
  • ASIN: B0000504BI
  • Other Editions: Audio CD
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (88 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 765,425 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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The scene was set before Born to Do It's release: Craig David, garage pin-up superstar and king of the two-step scene. Er, not quite. Apart from the two chart hits he'd enjoyed with the Artful Dodger and as a solo artist ("Rewind", "Fill Me In" respectively), this is an R&B album aimed firmly at--and inspired by--America. The slang, the beats and the sentiments all echo Eric Benet, R Kelly and the rest. At times it's almost comical: Craig's trouble is that better artists have already been there and done that--and they've done it, well, better. When Craig does break from slavishly following American influences, he becomes the promising artist that those first two singles hinted at: "Walking Away", with its electric guitar and slight folk feel, stands out a mile from the rest. There's no doubt that the boy can sing, and at 18 years of age maybe it's too much to ask of him to project a strong identity. The photography, the lyrics and the sideburns all hint at maturity that isn't there yet. Three albums down the line we could be hearing a good Craig David album, rather than this mediocre debut. --Jake Barnes

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12 TRACK DEBUT ALBUM

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Audio CD
You know what? Born to do it is an amazing album, great for relaxing to, but also there are some great dance tracks as well. This album is definately one for R&B fans but the suberb tunes are also under the influence of garage and dance. Craig's got a suberb talent for singing/songwriting and anyone who doesn't appreciate it should not try to comment on the album. You have to appreciate wicked english R&B to buy this album. Craig will go far in America and as he's so young there should be many more years of massive hits and hopefully more duets with Artful D (which I must add is a brilliant album as well!) Every track is a number 1 on this album, particuarly Bootie Man, Walking Away and You Know What. I went to see Craig on tour and it was an amazing show, he was so energetic and brilliant live. But stop reading this, go out and buy the Craig David album. NOW!
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
R&B ALBUM OF THE YEAR 13 May 2001
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Format:Audio CD
After recently obtaining a copy of the Craig David "Born To Do It" CD, I was absolutely blown away by the unique melodies that are produced on this album. Though his style is similar to Donnell Jones, R. Kelly, and Eric Benet, Craig David I believe leads the pack by offering the same beats as his American counterparts, but he also adds flavor to his album by adding instruments that don't make it sound like the same old R&B we keep hearing. If Craig keeps making tracks as good as the ones he currently produced, I think this boy will blow up on the international scene in no time. Like many others, I am trying to get word of his album to everyone I know here in Cali and hope that his success and music will be a strong presence in America in the very near future.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Audio CD
Okay, so people may not agree, but Craig David has done very well, especially for a debut! The song Rendevous (song 3) is great, as is Booty Man(song 9). A varying mix of music, which not a lot of artists do on one album, and there is not one bad song among them. This has been on my cd player, practically 24 hours a day, since i got it at 8am monday morning (thanks to amazon!). Listening to it now in fact! I must admit, when Rewind first came out i wasn't sure, but now i like it, and my fave has to be 7 days!

When is the new album out? okay i'm kidding, but when he said he was born to do it, he certainly was!

Deserves 6 stars out of 5!

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Most Recent Customer Reviews
inta selecta!
This album is an absolute must...Craig David is the genius in british music that has been missing for so long...he's cool, sophisticated, and crisp... Read more
Published on 26 Nov 2004 by "npeshaw3"
He was Born To Do It
Ok well this album has been around for a few years now, but I thought it was wrong for me to overlook it as it deserves a review. Read more
Published on 6 Jun 2003 by V. Ryan
The Original Album, and still the best...
In light of Craig's recent release "Slicker Than Your Average", his first offering "Born To Do It" is far more steeped in the essence of UK R&B that he was brought up on. Read more
Published on 18 Nov 2002 by Neil
turn it up as loud as possible and have a good sing along
fantastic album, upbeat and mellow, fabulous song lyrics perfect for driving in your car with the hood down or lying in the garden, highly recommended for people who like garage... Read more
Published on 6 Feb 2002
This album gives a whole new meaning to popular music!
The best album of the year, who said RnB was the new pop, as Craig has proven it just well definitely is! Read more
Published on 12 May 2001
A smooth compilation of American-inspired R&B and Soul
I first heard the talents of Craig David when he appeared on a track entitled "No More" on Guru's Streetsoul Jazzmatazz. Read more
Published on 20 April 2001
A superb album! BUY IT NOW IF U HAVEN'T GOT IT!!
This is a superb debut album by Craig David. All of the 12 tunes are so easy to listen to, especilly Fill me in & Can't be messing which are really adictive, but in a good way! Read more
Published on 20 April 2001
the greatest r n b album ever
This has got to be the best r n b album i own, it's sooooooo good. The best tracks have to be 'rendezvous' 'fill me in' 'you know what' and 'bootyman. Read more
Published on 12 April 2001 by hornygurl21@hotmail.com
Tonight will be your night
Mr. David, have a pint on me my lad. This lad simply is the best around and he's what? 19-20??? Hmmm.... BRILLIANT. Read more
Published on 25 Mar 2001 by fortzindahouse@hotmail.com
Magnificent, and the best singer in England
Word of warning, DO NOT LISTEN TO PEOPLE SAYING THIS IS RUBBISH OR ONLY OK!! How can this album only be described as mediocre??? Read more
Published on 18 Mar 2001
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