Rudebox

: The lead single, which was polarizing for its attempt at rapping and 80s-inspired synth beats.

The album is a "genre-hopping" project that incorporates Hip-Hop, R&B, Electropop, and Funk. Rudebox

is the seventh studio album by British pop artist Robbie Williams, released in October 2006. It is widely considered the most experimental and controversial project of his career, departing from his signature pop-rock sound in favor of dance-pop, hip-hop, and electronica. Album Overview : The lead single, which was polarizing for

Its release coincided with the comeback of his former band, Take That , whose album Beautiful World eventually outsold Rudebox in the UK. Critical Reception : The lead single