Sanchez
is Jamaica's heartthrob and one of the island's most consistent recording artists, but he remains a nonentity in the States. This best-of compilation offers a big dose of what non-
fans have been missing.
"One in a Million"
is a melodic, midtempo number that sounds like a hit from the first note,
's honeyed but strident voice rings every drop of emotion from the lyrics, like he does with everything he sings.
"Where I Lay My Hat (Is My Home)"
not only tops
Marvin Gaye
's original, but
the Temptations
' featuring
Paul Williams
on lead as well. And he doesn't disappoint on reggae remakes of
"Soon as I Get Home,"
"Wildflower,"
and
"Brown Eye Girl"
either. He begs harder than
Keith Sweat
on the pleading
"Give It a Chance,"
and tenderly offers his heart on
"Here I Am."
The 19 selections never get boring because of
's unique delivery and God-given vocal skills. ~ Andrew Hamilton