"I Can Transform Ya" (CD single) (by Chris Brown, R&B)

R&B singer Chris Brown picked an interesting title for his new single I CAN TRANSFORM YA -- since Brown's in need of a little transformation himself following his aggressive actions toward former girlfriend Rihanna. The first song off his forthcoming album called Graffiti, "I Can Transform Ya" refers to Brown's offer to change a girl from the "old you" into someone presumably better, plying her with "shoes, bags, cars, and money." Brown steers clear of offensive language and seems to have selfless motives, claiming, "Anything ya want, I can get it for ya / You're my baby girl, shoulda known I did it for ya." But the overarching message that material things drastically improve life is a vapid one for kids.

A killer synth-guitar hook (compliments of producer Swizz Beatz) dominates "I Can Transform Ya," serving as the backdrop for performances by both Brown and his guest artist, the rapper Lil' Wayne. Though Wayne delivers solid rhymes in his sections, it's Brown who steals the show with his stand-out vocals.

Released on: November 8, 2009
Genre: R&B