Not following the standard pop blueprint, Mike definitely has a few joints that stray from the norm. "If I could get the chance," and "I don't know how to say it yet," have a cool bohemian feel, as each gets to the point right away.

Instinctively, Mr. Marshall knows what the public craves, so he has gathered a few talented artists to assist him on this project. Unfortunately, none of the guest appearances live up to the collaborations once rendered by Mike and the Luniz.

E-40 joins Mike on the bare and lackluster "Tryin na Leave wit' something." Obviously meant to be the club banger of the album, Mike's vocals come off, well, weird. E-40 did his thing, but the beat is so empty that it takes away from the rapper's eclectic style.

"So Young," featuring San Quinn, came out catchy and full of flavor. Radio and video should have no problem adapting to this jam.

Other raps by so-so artists end of as dusting the album with backpack styles and halfway attempts at rap love ballads.

Mike is definitely a grown man, and it shows throughout his production. Think of Mike as an older John Legend with a similar feel and overall message.

My Summary = Michael Marshall is a very talented artist, but he could have done without all of the guest appearances and attempts at making songs for the club. Hopefully next time he slows it down and we get to hear more of him alone. Why you wanna...playa hate on him?