I’M GONNA BE - DONELL JONES
Donell Jones achieved fleeting success with jazzy 1999 album “Where I Wanna Be,” which included singles “U Know What’s Up” and the oh-so-soulful Kanye West-produced title track (before Kanye was, well, Kanye). But singer/songwriter Jones has never managed to carve a long-lasting niche. “I’m Gonna Be,” the first single from his fourth set, “Journey of a Gemini,” is a sweet groove, but unlike previous single “Better Start Talking,” this doesn’t really scream for airplay. Still, even while singing about a very common notion (being the perfect guy), Jones’ distinctly pleasant voice is better than most, and this is what makes the song really enjoyable.–Billboard
