Jennifer Hudson - Jennifer Hudson

Jennifer Hudson's long awaited debut album comes almost four years after she first found fame on American Idol and two years after her Oscar-Winning role in hit movie Dreamgirls. There has certainly been a lot of pressure to deliver, with her voice being compared to the likes of Whitney Houston and Aretha Franklin. Expectations have been high but does Jennifer manage to deliver? The CD opens with the first single, 'Spotlight', a song that tells the story of a woman trapped in a controlling relationship. "Is this a relationship fulfilling your needs as well as mine? Or is this just my sentence? Am I doing time?" Jennifer challenges a possessive ...  Read the complete review

**Introduction** After losing her brother, sister and nephew after they were shot dead by her sisters ex, Jennifer Hudson has received support from the media and her fans who have sent messages of support during the toughest time of her life so far. One thing that can help her move on from this terrible time is her career in music and films. The star of Dreamgirls released her album just weeks before the members of her family were tragically shot dead but the American Idol finalist has experienced success with her self titled debut album which she recently received the Grammy for best R&B album for. **Jennifer Hudson** Jennifer Kate ...  Read the complete review

My sister got given this CD for Christmas and I've stolen it after watching the magnificent Dreamgirls. I have no idea what to expect, as I know it will not be what I have heard on Dreamgirls, even though this is the sort of music that suits her voice the best. ------------------------------------- Who is Jennifer Hudson? ------------------------------------- Hudson is an American singer and actress and first became known on American reality tv show American Idol where she was kicked off half way through the live finals of Season 3. However she went on to star in the motion picture Dreamgirls, and won a numerous amount of awards and even ...  Read the complete review

"Jennifer Hudson" is the self-entitled debut album from the former American Idol contestant, who lost out to Fantasia. In light of the recent tragedies of her mother, brother and nephew all being killed, I thought I should show some support for the "Dreamgirls" actress. 1. "Spotlight" This was the first big single for the singer and has her performing on some beats by Stargate and Ne-Yo. With ths combination, you will be aware that they are able to come up with some perfect beats, relavent to what it's all about in today's R&B. **Four Stars** 2. "If This Isn't Love" This ...  Read the complete review

Wow, Jennifer Hudson is one lucky person! Since her first appearances on the Xfactor, her career has really taken off with a fantastic music career and acting with roles and guest starring roles in various movies and with this her debut album 'Jennifer Hudson' doing really well, she is one lucky lady! My favourite track which is also a hit on radio here and is the great dance, RnB and Soul track is 'Spotlight' which really showcases her great voice and vocals with high notes and a good flow to her voice, the track also has a nice upbeat tune and soundtrack is one of those tracks that you do not get tired of listening to as the lyrics are great and have a feel ...  Read the complete review