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3.7 ( 66 total votes )
Decked out in a tux, bow tie, and maybe even a pair of white gloves, Ne-Yo was definitely prepared for 2008 (a.k.a. the “Year of the Gentleman”), and emerged in 2009 with platinum cuff links and a list of songwriting credits as long as DMX’s rap sheet. Two years later, he’s still Super High (well, at least Rick Ross is), and he’s prepared to unveil yet another mini-masterpiece with his new single Beautiful Monster. Producer Stargate had us all hopelessly addicted to Miss Independent when it dropped, and Monster seems to have the same drug-like potency once the bouncy, neo-funky production takes effect. Monsieur Ne-Yo, who refuses to let chivalry die, simply can’t bring himself to call the object of his affection a “monster” and therefore tacks on the “beautiful” and adds in a couple of “I don’t minds” to show that he doesn’t mind a good-looking woman with a little attitude. So which will it be Booth nation? Is this track beautiful, or a monster? Ne-Yo’s forthcoming album Libra Scale, which Beautiful Monster can be found on, is slated for a Fall release.
This song first appeared on the
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on June 7, 2010
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If I could use only one word to describe Ne-Yo it would be CONSISTENT. In a genre (R&B) where 99% of the field falls by the wayside after one album release, Ne-Yo continues to evolve as an artist, showing us that he can easily knock out hit after hit after hit.
Though I prefer his more traditional R&B/Pop workings, I can't be mad at this David Guetta-influence club record. Its a winner. 
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| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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I'm definitely feeling this one. Everything works. I really like the beat and everything going on in the background. It holds my interest. I wish he would have done a little bit more with the vocals. All in all, this is a banger. Good production and solid work on the hook.
Does anyone else think he is saying "beautiful" in a sort of odd way? |
| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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sounds like a club ready joint. this production can get the ladies on the dance floor. but i would prefer the lovey dovey songs from neyo, much better vibe
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| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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Dude has to be the best dressed RnB artist by far. It's a club winner no doubt and consistency is the key word here. Year after year he won't go away and produce an album not worth buying. Keep up the singing and the writing dude you've gone so far since 'so sick'.
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| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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Damn, it's been quite awhile since I have heard some quality Ne-Yo. His "In My Own Words" is still one of my favorite R&B albums of all time, so coming into this and seeing who it is who produced the track, my expectations were pretty high.
I agree with Z, Ne-Yo is a very consistent artist and with that said and done, what isn't to like about this track. Production from Stargate, is hyped up and ready for the dance floor. Ne-Yo's vocals are on point and the hook goes hard. All together, I'm not disappointed. 3.5 |
| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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I was skeptical of this at first, but this sh** is LIVE! THis will be the pop hit of the summer, mark my words.
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| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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Sounds a lot like "Closer". Ne-Yo might have another hit on his hands.
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| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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This just blew my mind. There is something different about his voice on this one that I just can't put my ear on. I really hope this gets big, but I'm not sure if it will or not. I felt exactly the same way I did about "Miss Independent" as I do about this song so in time this will be a classic for me.
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| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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It's Not His Best Work.
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| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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It seems like it's been forever since Ne-Yo dropped a "Single". This is a Club Burner. This will take off the second it hits iTunes.
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| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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He must have been channeling MJ on this one, I can really see his influence on Neyo and his music. But like Z said, He is consistently putting out hits! This is another nice one.
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| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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I like this, its very clubby, Ne-Yo brings the heat with his voice and pen game...its just this simply isnt as good as Ne-Yo's other hits..
I dont think the beat is hitting hard enough...also the melody isnt really that intriguing...although it is better than 90% of the other R&B tracks doing the rounds at the moment....looking forward to the album. 3.5 stars (round up to 4 cuz Ne-Yo is a beast!) |
| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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Im feeling an MJ vibe on this track. Anyone else? Anyways, Ne-Yo always comes correct. Another hit to throw in his archive.
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| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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THANK YOU NE-YO FOR NOT USING AUTO-TUNE!!!!!! EVEN ON A SONG THAT COULD HAVE EASILY IMPLEMENTED IT!! you are the savior of R&B!! and i know your album will bust just as good and SOLID as your previous three!
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| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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Its a bagger.... Sounds lyk closer is brought bck agn.....
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| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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agreed with Z on this.
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| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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Let chivalry die dude. Other than that, good job picking up where you left off.
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| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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Like Closer and a few other songs he releases, Its ok to me right now but like the others I ended up really liking so I will come back and re-rate if I fall for it.
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| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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its a great song...NE-YO
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| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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I'm going to have to go against the grain and say I wasn't really feeling this. The pop-club beat sounds really shallow to me, and speaking of shallow, the way he pronounces "beautiful" for some reason aggravates me. I'm a huge Ne-Yo fan, and I still believe he's the closest we have to a new MJ musically speaking, but this one misses the mark for me.
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| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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ooo i Like this!! :)
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| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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This track is a lot like his hit "closer".
This track has got more of a European club feel rather than Ne-Yo's typical sexy smooth R&B sound. This track sounds like a record which could be big overseas. Also doesn't think a little that this is a sort of track the king of po MJ would sing because thats one of the first things that I noticed because Ne-Yo has that MJ feel about him. Ne-Yo continues to show the world how impressive he is, I mean he can just about sing every type of genre of music. If he carries on doing tracks like this he will have hit after hit after HIT. Once again Stargate have done a wonderful job with Ne-Yo just like they did to produce "Because Of You" and "So Sick". |
| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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banger right here. remids me alot of closer. neyo just keeps proving to us just how consistent he his.
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| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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Alil more Ratation plays and this could be a hit...for SoHHClassick
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| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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Great song by Ne-Yo. I have really been anticipating his comeback. A year has been too long for him to be out.
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| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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Production is catchy. For some reason, not really liking this. Vocals are smooth and all, but not feeling it.
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| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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I don't personally dig the song but I know it will be a banger for people. Today's music is all teched out for all I know and it works.
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| Posted on May 26, 2010 |
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Not terrible but just not very catchy. Boring. Beat is pretty good but the hook is not.
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| Posted on May 27, 2010 |
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I'm with Nathen on this one. It is bearable until that damn pop hook starts up. Then I turn it off. I think Ne-yo is solid. However this song is a pass for me.
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| Posted on May 27, 2010 |
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| Posted on May 27, 2010 |
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wow maybe its me but i don't really like this track at all..i think the beautiful monster and how it sounds over the track (literally the way he says it not) just annoys me...hmmm pronunciation should matter but i do mind..otherwise, easy club track but i like silky Ne-yo not club
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| Posted on May 27, 2010 |
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so true @Z, very consistent.
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| Posted on May 29, 2010 |
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This sounds flat to me, it just seems like anyone could have sung this song and that’s a bad thing when you are talking about Ne-Yo.
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| Posted on May 30, 2010 |
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Its a let down. To be roughly honest, I don’t believe in the track’s potential. Neyo's vocals are clearly outta his zone and verses are a major bore. There is no sparkle in the song writing plus they are far too repetitive. Production is livelier and shows promise but never really takes off. The real trouble being that it is probably too commercial for Ne-Yo fans and insufficiently glossy/catchy to appeal to the mainstream.
In an industry where auto-tune and dance beats currently reign supreme, it’s easy to craft a dance song that sounds just like the one that played before it. But weak mutants don't last too long. I hope he doesn’t put anything like this on his next album which is expected to be released this year. He needs to do better than this. |
| Posted on May 31, 2010 |
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IF THIS IS NOT A CLUB JOINT THAT WILL HAVE THE CLUBS UP AND DANCING I DONT KNOW WHAT SONG WILL. YOU COULD DEFINATELY SINCE THE INFLUENCE THAT WAS PLACED ON HIM BY THE LATE MJ (R.I.P). I MUST AGREE WITH DJ SPEEDY AS WELL. IM SO GLAD THAT HE DIDNT GET CAUGHT UP IN THE AUTO-TUNE FOR THIS SONG. USED HIS POWERFUL RAW VOCAL TALENTS AND BROUGHT THE SONG, BEAT, STORY TO LIFE (LIKE HE ALWAYS DOES). CANT WAIT FOR THE ALBUM TO HIT STORES!!! NO ONE COULDVE DONE THIS SONG BETTER THAN NE-YO!!!!
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| Posted on Jun 01, 2010 |
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I like the beat in the song, but I like Ne-Yo better when he sings his love songs.
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| Posted on Jun 02, 2010 |
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| Posted on Jun 03, 2010 |
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nice crossover style. neyo is bridging the gap btween techno and r&b
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| Posted on Jun 04, 2010 |
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Like they have all posted earlier this is made for clubs, I personally like his genuine singing when it sounds like he means it and you can feel his emotions but still anything Ne-Yo makes will be a hit and make anyone want to get up and dance.
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| Posted on Jun 06, 2010 |
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Love this song :)
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| Posted on Jun 07, 2010 |
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neyo is back
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| Posted on Jun 07, 2010 |
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| Posted on Jun 11, 2010 |
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| Posted on Jun 11, 2010 |
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Love everything you do Ne-Yo...well, almost everything.
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| Posted on Jun 12, 2010 |
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Noooot feelin this at all. Seems like something this dance-obsessed Australia would like, which means I'll probably be hearing a lot more of it... Sh!t.
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| Posted on Jun 15, 2010 |
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Considering that this Ne-Yo at work, its a little disappointing. This track reminds me of Beyonce's "beautiful nightmare" and a track needs to stand on its own.
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| Posted on Jun 16, 2010 |
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Hot song right here. This is has got the illest futuristic sound and the acid buildup is amazing. Reminds me of Avicii's edit of Usher's OMG. Check it out 2 see what I mean.
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| Posted on Jun 16, 2010 |
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This is a hit.
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| Posted on Jun 17, 2010 |
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This is a bit boring to me. This is not the Ne-Yo I know. "Closer" was a hit. But this is just not as catchy. 2.5
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| Posted on Jun 17, 2010 |
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