Customer Reviews
Wonderful CD 
2008-09-02
Al Green have done it again. The Cd was simply great another Al Green hit. I love his music and everyone else will also. When I found out that he had another CD coming out I just had to buy it for myself.
It's good but not his best by far 
2008-09-01
This cd gets 3 stars because it's the great Al Green singing, the production values are super and the backing musicians are some of the best. The material is forgettable and does not compare with his earlier hits. The arrangements seem like he is trying too hard to be what is happening today, almost a hip-hop feel at times. While the rhythm section knows how to make the music groove, I prefer the backbeat and groove of the Hi Records rhythm section. I cannot think of a single track that stays with me. I have not listened to this for awhile, and while looking at the track listings to comment on a some of the songs, none stand out to remember them well enough to comment. I recommend one of his greatest hits albums or really anything else he has recorded. He is so good you can't go wrong buying anything with his name on it, including this one.
Al's still got it!! 2008-09-01
I bought this CD to give to a friend, but then I decided to listen to it to see if I should get one for myself. It is so nice and smooth that I kept it for myself. I was amazed at how good he still sounds. He really does LAY IT DOWN!!
Al Green - what else can I say? 2008-08-31
Al Green is back at his best. There's not much else to say about him; this CD reminds us why we love to hear him sing. gz
al green lay it down 2008-08-18
if you are a fan this is essential the voice of an angel it seems either better or as i get older i appreciate a true classic soul voice buy this cd at any price
Still in the Groove 2008-08-14
Lay It Down with 11 tracks by Al Green. Friends laying it down with Al Green are Anthony Hamilton on the opening album title track and on 'You've Got the Love I Need'. Corinne Bailey Rae sings with Al on 'Take Your Time' and John Legend joins in on 'Stay With Me (By The Sea)'.
The Great Comeback 2008-08-08
Al Green is back! If you are a true Green fan this cd will be a favorite. Buy this cd new, support brotha Al... You will not be dissapointed. This cd features 11 tracks, and all 11 tracks are classic... That's it and that's all..
Inspired and inspiring. 
2008-08-05
For "Lay It Down", Green chose to work with The Roots' ?uestlove instead of longtime producer Willie Mitchell (who has worked with Green since 1970's "Green Is Blues") in an openly recognised bid to direct his classic soul sound towards the tastes of today's youth. But fear not - his collaborations with John Legend, Corrine Bailey Rae, and Anthony Hamilton do not dilute any of Green's majesty. In addition to these well-known collaborators, The Dap-Kings, currently known for their work with talented soul singer Sharon Jones, provide a wonderful backing for Green's impassioned singing
These days, 62-year-old Al Green combines his gospel preaching with recording, writing and touring his secular music.
Praise the Lord, soul's sweetest voice is on imperious form here, either on his own or alongside young bucks John Legend, Corinne Bailey Rae and Anthony Hamilton, the finest vocalist of the current soul crop.
The album's title track kicks off 11 songs of rich sounding contemporary soul. Smooth strings interject in a call-and-response styled chorus and Green sweet-talks his way through the verses: "Really, I just love you for yourself - I don't want nobody, no, no, no, nobody else!" When you get through close to five minutes of preaching on the song, you're convinced that the king of soul is telling the truth.
Yet this is no tribute album, no attempt to drag a 20th-century icon into the 21st century. Instead, the guests - especially The Roots, who provide most of the musical backdrop - let Green soar.
And soar he does, be it on the sumptuous title track, the funky "What More Do You Want From Me?" and "Take Your Time", where Bailey Rae turns in the most sultry, slow-burning performance of her career.
The horns start to play a more important role on "Just For Me", as they replace supporting lines with more ear-catching riffs. And although all the songs on "Lay It Down" flaunt a mid-tempo soul structure, there are interesting differences in the timbers present in the different tracks.
A muscular rhythm section takes hold of "You've Got The Luv I Need" and "I'm Wild About U", while guitars dominate "No One Like You" and a piano features prominently in "Too Much".
Much of the lyrical style here is simple and direct. It works perfectly for Green, as you can sense his emotions through his vocal intonations, which is, of course, a main pillar of classic soul music. Combined with ?uestlove's attentive production work and the variety provided from his collaborators, Green's latest work flourishes.
Though it adds no innovation to the genre, "Lay It Down's tried-and-true approach should appease longtime soul fans. And hopefully the album will reveal Al Green's majesty to a whole new generation of fans in the way he intended through his collaborations with contemporary artists.
Vintage and Amazing Al Green!! 2008-08-04
This album is outstanding because it is vintage Al Green in 2008. What a treat. I call it triple S--spiritual, soulful and sexy. The music, singing, appearances by guests such as Anthony Hamilton, Corinne Bailey Rae, and John Legend make the album even more special. This is truly one of a kind from a musical giant and legend and definitely should be added to one's collection. We are humbled.
Al Gerrn--Lay it Down 2008-08-02
Al Green is at his '70's best on this cd. Very fair price and good delivery time. I truly enjoyed listening to it.
