✓ “Made for Love” pairs two of R&B’s greatest voices. Charlie is still Charlie, and who would have it any other way? “Dance Tonight” finds him losing his cool a might, following two heavier cuts in “Smile for Me” and “In It to Win It.” This is no departure in the least. Like many songs off of In It to Win It, the title track is uplifting – built upon positive, feel-good vibes. Despite his hardships, he shows his determination to overcome adversity to be his best.
On “In It to Win It,” Wilson reflects on the hardships of his childhood – being called names, being told he’d be nothing, and slipping up with drugs. The vocal chemistry between the two is magnificent – two truly gifted musicians. Essentially, Wilson and Thicke tout the power of a smile and showing resolve through the hardest of times. Paired with neo-soul standout Robin Thicke, “Smile for Me” is simple in concept, but reaps massive benefits of being so simplistic. ✓ “Smile for Me” gives Uncle Charlie one of his most soulful, exceptional moments from In It to Win It. This doesn’t break new ground – it sounds familiar to “ My Favorite Part of You” from Forever Charlie – but sounds terrific. The vocal harmonies pop on the simple, but radiant, chorus. “Precious Love” slackens the pace, giving the soul singer a 6/8 slow jam to do work on. “Us Trust” continues a chivalrous script – Wilson doesn’t ruffle any feathers, letting his pipes do the work. Vocally, he sounds as fresh as ever, commanding over beautiful adult contemporary R&B production work. Once more an unlikely collaborator, ultimately, Uncle Charlie retains star status in his own right. “Us Trust” gives Wilson his third collaborator of In It to Win It, Wiz Khalifa. Again, the groove is infectious, and Uncle Charlie’s voice add some redemptive quality. This is familiar fare for the Latin pop rapper, with predictable results. Is Pitbull the best collaborative fit for the soul singer? Eh.
Wilson excels in up-tempo, groovy contemporary soul cuts.
The energy of “Good Time” is respectable. I put that on a mill, you give me chills.” “Had me feeling like a kid againĮveryday you’re looking more and more fine Instead of praising God this round, Wilson shifts the script to love. ✓ “Chills” is another feel-good joint, once more in a major key.
necessary? No, but it gives Uncle Charlie a youthful compadre and proves that the vet can hang with anybody. Wilson doesn’t tweak the formula, but he doesn’t need to. This is well-rounded, inspiration adult contemporary R&B at its best. Wilson opens In It to Win It thankfully on ✓ “I’m Blessed.” The record opens with him testifying about God’s goodness before delivering a stunning, spiritually-driven performance. The proof? Another fine album, In It to Win It. At 64 years of age, he proves he is still a musical force. The former lead vocalist for the Gap Band arguably possesses one of the best voices ever. We’d sing every day at lunch time as we further hashed out the song.Uncle Charlie Wilson delivers another consistent, enjoyable adult contemporary R&B album on his eighth album, ‘ In It to Win It.’Ĭharlie Wilson is the model of consistency in R&B music. In an interview with Billboard, Wilson spoke about how he and Mars crafted “Forever Valentine,” saying, “We talked about the song’s vibe for a while, put a chorus down and then didn’t see each other for a while. James Fauntleroy lent his voice to the track as well. They all also co-wrote the song with Wilson, Micah Powell and Seth Reger. Mars provides back-up vocals on the track, his voice simmering under Wilson’s as the latter sings, “Will you be mine/My forever valentine/Say you will and make me/The happiest man alive.”Īlong with singing back-up on “Forever Valentine,” Mars co-produced the song with his production team the Stereotypes and D’Mile. Wilson delivers a vintage vocal performance on the cut, belting and crooning sweet and delightfully over-the-top paeans to his partner - “It ain’t gotta be February/to break out some whipped cream and strawberries” - over a thumping funk groove. Bruno Mars has linked up with Charlie Wilson for the R&B legend’s romantic new hip shaker, “Forever Valentine.”
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