Entertainment Weekly (p.69) - "[With] a clean tenor that echoes early Michael Jackson, and one of the most charming songs on the radio." -- Grade: B-
Personnel: Lloyd (background vocals); Dwayne Cotts (guitar); Carroll 'Palmo' Paryo (acoustic guitar); Eric Hudson, Ced Keys, Elvis 'Cookie Monster' Williams, James Devon Brabham, Jasper (keyboards); Bryan Michael Cox (bass instrument); Wirlie 'Wyl-e' Morris (drum programming); Greg 'Ruckus' Andrews (scratches); Cavi (background vocals).
Additional personnel: Lil Wayne, Nas, Andre 3000 (rap vocals).
On the follow-up to his 2004 debut, SOUTHSIDE, Atlanta-based R&B vocalist Lloyd spins more tales of romance and seduction on STREET LOVE. At 15 tracks deep, STREET LOVE features an even blend of dance-floor bangers ("Get It Shawty," "Killing Me") and sultry ballads ("Certified," "Player's Prayer," "Street Love"). At its best, Lloyd's falsetto has the power to conjure OFF THE WALL-era Michael Jackson, particularly on the catchy pop cuts "Incredible" and "Valentine."