From Billboard (May 20, 2000)

DANCE
DEBORAH GIBSON "What You Want" (3:42)
PRODUCER: Tony Moran
WRITERS: D. Gibson, R. Haeusermann
PUBLISHERS: Possibilities Music/the Haasen, ASCAP
Espiritu Records (CD promo)

The indefatigable Deborah Gibson is one of those rare, highly driven artists--and businesswomen--who refuses to shut down shop just because top 40 trends changed and radio moved in a different direction. With her string of nine top 40 hits from 1987-90, her fan base remains active and rabidly dedicated, thanks to a continuous stream of high-quality material over the years on her own label, Espiritu. And what a treat Miss Gibson has in store as a tip of the hat to her followers' tenacity. Fans and radio alike will find the sensuous, dance-injected "What You Want" a cutting-edge moment, featuring the recognizable vocals of this old friend and soul-saturating production from never-failing maestro Tony Moran. Dance/top 40 WKTU New York has already cycled this record to grand effect, so who's next? Time to let go of any lingering prejudices you may have and let your audience realize that this artist remains a vital part of the scene. Could be the secret-weapon hit of the season. Meanwhile, Gibson is in the studio now, working on an upcoming album, so keep an eye out later this year. From early buzz, it promises to please.

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