King of Hearts
Lloyd · 2011
55 min · 14 tracks · contemporary R&B
Contemporary R&B grooves intertwine with heartfelt lyrics, creating an emotional landscape of love and longing.
Top tracks — play these first
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Dedication to My Ex (Miss That) — This track stands out for its catchy hook and relatable theme of heartbreak, becoming a defining hit that helped revive Lloyd's career.
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Naked — With sultry production and intimate lyrics, this song showcases Lloyd’s vocal range and ability to convey deep emotions, exemplifying his artistic maturity.
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World Cry — This closing track delivers a powerful message about global unity and compassion, marking a poignant end to the album with its reflective tone.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends contemporary R&B with emotional themes but lacks standout compositions that elevate it beyond its genre.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that maintain a consistent tempo, while the second half shifts to slower, more introspective songs.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies and call-and-response patterns, enhancing the emotional delivery of the lyrics.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady flow with emotional peaks
- for late-night chills
- catchy hooks for sing-alongs
- romantic vibes for intimate moments
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid emotional storytelling
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'King of Hearts' was released in January 2011, Lloyd had established himself as a prominent figure in R&B, following his successful album 'Lessons in Love' from 2008. This album marked a significant step in his evolution, showcasing his growth as an artist and his exploration of more mature themes in relationships.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Trey Songz· Chris Brown· Usher
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Dedication to My Ex (Miss That)
The artist directly addresses his past lover with a mix of nostalgia and regret.
This direct address contrasts with the rest of the album's narrative style, making it a pivotal point that encapsulates the emotional turmoil of lost love.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro (MDMA) 1:15
- 2 Dedication to My Ex (Miss That) 3:56
- 3 Cupid 3:55
- 4 Luv Me Girl 4:05
- 5 Naked 5:07
- 6 Jigsaw 3:36
- 7 Bang!!!! 3:40
- 8 Be the One 4:33
- 9 Shake It 4 Daddy 3:57
- 10 Lay It Down 4:01
- 11 Angel 2:59
- 12 This Is 4 My Baby 5:13
- 13 You II 4:57
- 14 World Cry 4:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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