Emotional

1	Intro 0:49
2	Emotional 4:31
3	I Wish 3:48
4	Anything (Interlude) 1:37
5	My Valentine 4:11
6	Giving You All My Love 3:31
7	Cadillac Rap (Interlude) 0:54
8	Woke Up In The Morning 4:12
9	Come to Me 4:24
10	Cold, Cold World 4:20
11	Trouble Won't Last (Interlude) 2:04
12	You Ain't Right 3:16
13	Lady Lay Your Body 5:08
14	Supastar 3:51
15	Summer Rain 3:52
16	Hey Now 5:21
17	Special Lady 4:33

Barnes & Noble

If you're a fan of urban radio, then you'll probably recognize the smooth tenor of newcomer Carl Thomas, who has serenaded many couples with his hit single "I Wish." That heart-wrenching tale of forbidden love is built around a lush piano introduction and an aggressive bass line reminiscent of Michael Jackson's "Billie Jean." Thomas, one of the few new artists to emerge from Puffy's struggling Bad Boy Records empire, debuts with a ballad-heavy solo album all about love. Although he honed his chops singing background hooks for such hip-hop luminaries as the Notorious B.I.G. and Black Rob, Thomas effortlessly assumes his role as leading man, securing himself a spot in the ranks of neo-soul crooners like Donell Jones and Joe. The album's title track is laced with beautiful strings that echo the emotion of Thomas's imploring words ("what's a man to do when his heart can take no more?") and the synth-heavy "You Ain't Right" floats atop mid-tempo grooves that bob and weave like a feather-weight boxer. Although Thomas's music may be more familiar than his name, you can expect that to change...really soon. Rashaun Hall

All Music Guide

Carl Thomas' aptly named debut album, Emotional, delivers smooth, romantic R&B ballads like the title track, "My Valentine," "Come to Me," "Special Lady," and "Summer Rain." Although somewhat lacking in distinction, the set features competent singing, songwriting, and production (care of Puff Daddy), and Thomas' voice is impressive. Heather Phares

Vibe

...destined to rule in the lives of spirit-dampened romantics. Michael Gonzales