''Still Winning'' is the sixth studio album by American R&B singer

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. It was released on October 11, 2011, through independent imprint Notifi Records. Gill's first album of solo material since 1996's '' Let's Get the Mood Right'', it peaked at number 17 on the US ''Billboard'' 200 and number 4 on the ''

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'' R&B chart. Three

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s were released from the album: "In the Mood" (which was originally written for TLC) , "It Would Be You" and "Just the Way You Are". In addition to original songs, the album closes with a cover of the

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song " My Love."

Critical reception

The album received mixed to negative reviews from critics. Andy Kellman of

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rated it two stars out of five, stating that "not much asmemorable" about the album and that Gill often sounded "distanced". Chris Rizik of SoulTracks stated that the album was inconsistent and had a "forgettable start", but went on to state that the album improved mid-disc and then concluded that the album was "mildly recommended" to consumers.

Critical reception

Track listing

Charts

References

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