Basically you guys are saying Amerie has to sell out to be big ( which she won't do). look at who you are comparing her to Gaga and Rihanna..wow are u kidding as a fan of Amerie i love that she does her own thing and does not follow trends like the 2 mentioned. Amerie writes her own music ( not hating but stating the facts) but Rihanna does not , she sings whats given to her like the pretty face she is but on the other hand i will give Lady Gaga her props because she writes her own materiel. I believe that Amerie is happy where she is because if she wanted catchy hits she would write 'em but clearly its not what she wants. i will admit 12k is horrible but i got my copy and love it and Rated R are is cool but I'm sticking In Love & War (quality over quantity)....Can't wait for More Than Love Video!