Yes, standouts like "Rightness" and the meditative "Breathe" satisfy. "Hate on Me" shines on it own merit as well with its bra-strap snapping, veiled kiss-off to Scott's ex-husband Lyzel… But killers like "Royal Crown" set the tone by bringing out a more sensual, restless Scott with a groove made for the VIP room of
your finer gentlemen's clubs. "Epiphany" continues the ride, making it delightful to watch her navigate the dignified, queenly role she's known for against the torrid heat of her own carnality.

"My Love" puts Scott in the role of the temptress luring an old flame from his happy home. This is in stark contrast to her famous neck-rolling episode of confronting a woman after her man on her debut album in 'Gettin' In The Way'. "Real Thing" slips into a monotonous tempo in the middle of the CD, but comes out of it just in time with 'Celibacy Blues'. The song is rich with its blues phrasings and wit, where Scott pines over wearing out batteries and suffering with her "gangsta type of need". All those who were weary of Scott's regal air, may find her refreshingly familiar on this outing. The "Real Thing" is a bona fide Jill Scott project, replete with social commentary and wordplay. It just so happens to also be a worthy soundtrack to being pleased - in the worst way.