Kelly Rowland

On her solo debut, Kelly Rowland proves she can make her own hits without help from her Destiny's Child bandmates. Stylistically, Simply Deep isn't much of a departure from the glossy R&B that made her famous, but her voice definitely shines on these relationship-minded tracks. Includes the single "Dilemma" with Nelly.

On her solo debut, Destiny's stepchild steps up with a bunch of low-key soul-pop fare. The
tired character sketches and polite R&B hooks will make you long for the sass and spirit of
her main outfit. CHRISTIAN HOARD (RS 911 – December 12, 2002)