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4.9 out of 5.0 stars 12 Ratings (10 Reviews)

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    Diversity, Thank you!

    By Yahoo! Shopping User  May 28, 2003 | 3 out of 4 found this Colored Section review helpful

    The Rating System 1-Poor through 5-Excellent.Song1.Welcome to the Colored Section (0/5)-This intro introduces us to the theme of the album but the title says it all. This intro really wasnt necessary.2. Beautiful Me(4.5/5)-Song grows on you quickly. ...The interest in the lyrics makes the song intense.3. Cloud(4.5/5)-Catchy. Hook and sinker song. Song sparks further exploration into the album. Excellent song arrangement. An uplifting son in tone and lyrics.4. People Person(4.5/5)-So who are we to give up on anyone.... great lyric. Funky song. Great story telling.5. Big Black Buck(3/5)-I couldnt tell really were he was going with this one. The music reminded me of carnival music. It contributes to the theme of the album, but thats about it.6. Wildlife(3/5)-An attempt at classic groove.7. Do you know?(3/5)-Uptempo. Too tropical though. Think Coppa Cabana...Lyrics a bit pungent in the begining. Donnies seasoned adlib exercised in Cloud is used in this song. His adlib is enough to get you through this one.8. Turn Around(3.5/5)-The album is progressing from its slump in this one. The song itself is still carnavalish. Song redeems itself when the tempo changes.9. You Got a Friend (4.0/5)-Donnie shows us his vocal control and skills. His voice blends well with the piano lead. Symbols are a bit too strong.10. Heaven Sent(4.0/5)-Uptempo. Catchy la..la..la...An interesting, sexy, flute mix in the song made me interested.11. Rocket Ship(3/5)-Musically not challenging. He stretches his vocals a bit, a good thing, to diversify the album.12. Masterplan(3.0/5) Too much goin on in one song. Interesting song if you are interested in abstract music sampling.13. Our New National Anthem(4.5/5)-Donnie keeps the album afloat with this one. Strong on strings. Melody great. Lyrically inspirational.14. The Colored Section(4.5/5)-Good piano lead. I could see the credits rolling on this one. Excellent choice to close the album. Great vocal harmony.Overall the album, to me, gets a 3.75 out of five. It is lyrically expressive. There are no usual R&B gloss, pandering to the ladies, ghetto sympathizing songs on this album. It is clear conscious music. It suffers slightly from fillers, which unfortunately compose almost half of the album. Not to be overlooked, the album has quiet a few jems that will add to the diversity of your CD collection. Enjoy! Read more Less

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    The infusion of Stevie Wonder and Donny

    By Yahoo! Shopping User  Jun 8, 2004

    Pros: Truly a positive vibe that reaches out to everyone...

    Cons: I heard none (and trust me I listen to this album at least 2x a day)

    This album encompasses the true essence of soul and R&B music. Donnie has the sultry voice that I compare to Donny Hathaway and the music that reflects influences of Stevie Wonder. He is such an underrated artist, but he is one of a kind in this day ...and time. From the beginning to the end we are "Welcomed to the Colored Section" as well as taken on the journey and phlight of the black experience. The music throws us constant curve balls, one minute it seems as though we are going to an old Baptist Church, then we stop by the circus and finally we taken on the contemporary R&B and soul journey. Infusions of jazz as well as R&B and soul define and complement Donnie's deep lyrical content and thought. This is what music should really be about, and Donnie speaks, sings, and plays from his heart as well as his soul. What a voice... What wonderful music!!! Read more Less

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    Refreshing

    By Yahoo! Shopping User  Oct 24, 2003

    Pros: Creative

    Cons: None

    I don't understand why the world doesn't know about Donnie. His is a true artist. His music is original and his words are thought provoking. It is so refreshing to listen to good music with real instruments.

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    Excellent

    By Yahoo! Shopping User  Sep 23, 2003

    Pros: great singer and song writter

    Cons: segmented target market

    This is a great cd. His songs are so powerful and full of soul. He was also very innovative in the writing the songs on the cd. The songs put you in touch with real life situations and that's what true music is all about. Hopefully he'll... get the mainstream attention to thrive on a national level. Read more Less

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    The Colored Section is ....

    By Yahoo! Shopping User  Jul 3, 2003

    innovative,
    superbly composed,
    well written,
    a masterpiece,
    hard to follow. NUFF SAID

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    The New Stevie Wonder

    By Yahoo! Shopping User  Jun 25, 2003

    I love the sound, the message and the melodies... Reminds me of Songs In The Key Of Life.. Truly a talent not to be looked over.

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    Donnie-Where have you been?

    By Yahoo! Shopping User  Jun 4, 2003

    If I could give more than five stars, trust I would. Donnie-Where have you been? His music speaks to the soul of Black folk, and to the souls of conscious minds. The album encompasses music for every type of fan, techno, jazz, gospel, folk, ragtime- ...Damn. It's so good, it food for the soul. I feel uplifted everytime I play it- which is everyday. Donnie, Thank You. Thank you for reassuring our worth. Peace&Blessings-Mel Read more Less

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    Sleeper Hit

    By Yahoo! Shopping User  May 27, 2003

    Whoa!!! What a beautiful blend of R&B, jazz, funk, and gospel. Donnies music will be appreciated by few, but those few are the ones who matter. Peace.

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    donnie

    By Yahoo! Shopping User  May 12, 2003

    welcome to the coloured section

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    The Best Soul Project of the Year

    By Yahoo! Shopping User  Dec 15, 2002

    Really, what more can you expect for a talented ATL brotha such as Mr. Donnie Johnson.....This cat is awesome, a refreshing throwback to when music was really music...Soothing and relevant vocals and lyrics...There are no standout cuts on this album ...(the whole damn thing is great!!)but I am really feeling the slow, inspirational title cut "Welcome to the Colored Section", the funked out "Our New National Anthem", the breezy and preachy "People Person" and the minstrel/side-show inspired "Big Black Buck"...Damn, I wish I had lived in ATL back during the time of the Yin-yang cafe....if you don't buy this project, trust me, you're making a mistake..Donnie, can't wait until album #2 bruh!!! Love and peace! Read more Less

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