''Game Changer'' is the seventh

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by American R&B singer

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, released on December 9, 2014, by Gill's own label J Skillz Entertainment in conjunction with

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. Its release was preceded by the lead single "Behind Closed Doors." ''Game Changer'' debuted at number 56 on the US ''Billboard'' 200 and number 6 on the ''

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'' R&B chart.

Critical reception

The album has received positive reviews from critics. Andy Kellman of

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rated the album three-and-a-half stars out of five and stated that the album is better than Gill's previous album, '' Still Winning''. Melody Charles of SoulTracks praised the album, stating that Gill " eeps hisskills on-deck" and that he is "a contender worth rooting for".

Critical reception

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