Keyshia Cole's "Just Like You" works the world between club-hopping hood rats and the lovesick college grad students with the finesse of, that's right, Mary J. Blige. Making good on the buzz of BET's reality series Keyshia Cole: The Way I Am, our favorite tattooed feline in a wife-beater puts an end to any doubt of who is the heir to the Queen of Hip Hop Soul's legacy.

Cole's vocals are pared down and focused with a confidence that it takes many young artists much longer to cultivate. "Let it Go" (featuring Missy and Lil' Kim) laced the airwaves and clubs earlier this year something lovely with the tried and true loop of Mtume's classic "Juicy Fruit". Another recognized cut is the Diddy-assisted "Last Night". New discoveries such as "Didn't I Tell You" back Coles's vocals up with a heavy hitting beat and a guest spot from Oakland homey Too $hort.

"Fallin' Out" is sweet enough with its pop arrangements and lush harmonies, as cute as Coles can get without seeming forced. "Give Me More" comes off more as effortless Cole, demanding more love and attention as only she does it. "Shoulda Let You Go" goes in the same direction with more attitude, courtesy of the Cole's protégé Amina.