| | |  | Music | Home » » Give Me the Reason | | | | | | | Product Details: | | | Audio CD Release Date:
| July 24, 2001 | | Studio:
| Sony | | Number Of Discs:
| 1 | | Format:
| Original recording reissued, Original recording remastered | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 7 reviews |
| | | Track Listing: | | | 1. | Stop to Love | | 2. | See Me | | 3. | I Gave It Up (When I Fell in Love) | | 4. | So Amazing | | 5. | Give Me the Reason | | 6. | There's Nothing Better Than Love | | 7. | I Really Didn't Mean It | | 8. | Because It's Really Love | | 9. | Anyone Who Had a Heart | |
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 Another winnerOct 13, 2004
By Robert Johnson
Luther was definitely on a roll at the time of this album's release, and GIVE ME THE REASON was not only Luther's second consecutive album to be certified Double-Platinum in sales, but it also managed to reach #14 on the Hot 200. He was slowly beginning to gain acceptance from the pop audience, and this album helped him narrow the margin. Consistent and cohesive, with material that is expertly written, produced, and performed, GIVE ME THE REASON is everything contemporary soul record should be.
Luther has always been an underrated songwriter, and this album should have changed that. From the soaring anguish of the title song, to the understated sentiment of the lovely "So Amazing," Give Me The Reason contains some of Luther's best written songs. He also continues to strike the perfect balance between production, song, and performance, as evidenced on the sputtering "I Really Didn't Mean It." Everything also comes together flawlessly on the delightfully frantic "Stop To Love," which recalls the sound of early Motown, yet has a modern spin all it's own.
Luther also performs a duet with dancer/actor Gregory Hines that is possibly the album's brightest highlight. There is a surprising chemistry between the voices of Vandross and Hines that is at the core of the touching, melodic "There's Nothing Better Than Love," which really transforms the song into a heart-felt stunner. Luther also adds another Bacharach/David composition to his catalog with his jazzy rendition of "Anyone Who Had A Heart," which stands tall with even the best of the Vandross covers. One of his most enjoyable albums, GIVE ME THE REASON represents Luther at his prime.
 WHAT AN AMAZING ALBUM!! AGAIN!!!.Jul 27, 2010
By Ian Moodie
"MR CELESTIAL"
THIS is LUTHER'S fifth album,the average artist loses steam by thier third effort,but LUTHER VANDROSS is NOT your average artist!!. I was in utter awe again when I listen to it. My friends,I was stunned, pleasantly!!. ALL the expressions of love and emotions are highly showcased here. It's in the same league with his previous effort,"THE NIGHT I FELL IN LOVE". Every song is meticulously crafted with great care and pride.they will stand the test of time!!. Bouncy sweet cuts are "STOP TO LOVE","SEE ME", "I GAVE IT UP","GIVE ME THE REASON"and "I REALY DIDN'T MEAN IT" are all perfect songs with awesome vocal and instrumental arrangements. Now if the ballards here don't soften you somewhat, you simply arn't human!!. We got "SO AMAZING" which is well... so amazing!!it takes you up in the clouds. One of greatest duets is right here, the mellow,reasuring "THERE'S NOTHING BETTER THAN LOVE" with GREGORY HINES is truly supreme!. "BECAUSE IT'S REALLY LOVE" is the heart and soul of LUTHER himself,could not be better!, my favourite here!!. His remake of "ANYONE WHO HAD A HEART" is absolute magic! he blows the original clear away!, this song is his very own!!.the pain and regret is so real. I never know that melody could hurt!!, thanks to LUTHER!.I strongly, highly recomend this incredibly awesome album to all who needs a perfect listening experience!. As long as I live,this album will be by my side and in my heart!!!.
His best album, IMOAug 15, 2007
By Robert D. Henning
As many have stated here, this was Luther at the top of his game. His game, of course, included a number of other people including Marcus Miller wearing many hats, including bass. Where are all the the bass players speaking out about this album? This was definitely Marcus coming into his own on this album as a bonafide music producer.
There is not a bad song on this album. If you are exploring Luther's work, this is a good album to start with.
Sometimes There's Nothing Better Then LutherMar 22, 2007
By Andre S. Grindle
"Andre' Grindle"
Lol well this album may be over twenty years old now but it is certainly a treat to slap on 'Give Me The Reason' on like an audio gourmet platter and just dig right in.Vandross kicks everything right off with "Stop The Love" which just emmediatly gets your attention with it's bouncy beat and with the brilliant gospel like female choir including the likes of Cissy Houston,Cheryl Lynn,Alfa Anderson and Paulette McWilliams it goes up a whole other level;one of THE BEST examples of secularized gospel in the decade!Now "See Me" has a slightly slower beat and just some of the creamiest sound and creamiest bass from Marcus Miller you'll ever hear!"I Gave It Up (When I Fell In Love)" is loads of fun because it has that well "retro neuvou' shuffling soul sound that Luther is so capable of plus a hook that will have you singing and clapping along.The title track and the wonderfully kinetic "I Really Didn't Mean It" were funky dancable urban contemporary of that day complete with those great electronic hand claps and that big 80's beat at it's best.As for the ballads "There's Nothing Better Than Love" features Luther and Gregory Hines really reaching for new heights from their voices and they sound wonderful together on this terrific song."Because I Really Love You" makes the best use of strings you'll hear during this time while his cover of "Anyone Who Had A Heart" features a creamy but soulful sax solo courtesy of Kirk Whalum and "So Amazing" is pretty.'Give Me The Reason' finds Luther Vandross on his fifth solo triumph in a row and already a permenant resident of the R&B world and music charts.What's sad is that this album wasn't as successful on the pop side.I have no doubt that with the right promotion this fun,peppy album with more uptempo songs then love ballads would have crossed Luther over permemently he really doesn't seem to be worrying.A must have recording for Luther Vandross fans or anyone interested in 80s soul.
Luther is and always will be the manDec 14, 2006
By Derrick Dunn
"The Realest DJ"
Luther was at the top of his game with the Give Me The Reason CD. The album featured the hit singles Stop To Love,So Amazing, There's Nothing Better Than feat. Gregory Hines and the tile track. Stop To Love" and "Give Me The Reason" were beautifully produced, arranged, and performed numbers and huge R&B hits that still get an old school party started while So Amazing & There's Nothing Better Than feat. Gregory Hines were both beautiful ballads that are timeless.
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