Trina's sophomore album is a perfect fit for its associated "sophomore" stereotype. Trina fails to deliver anything more than a couple impressive tracks interspersed with loop-crazy beats and content-deprived lyrics.

In fact, Diamond Princess is devoid of any content beyond Trina's ego-tripping claim to be hottest thing since boiled water. Even on the potentially conscious '100%' and 'U & Me,' Trina slips-n-slides her way toward smothering self-gratification.

As self-predicted, Trina does score big with a small selection of songs. Trina starts off on the right foot with the in-your-face, upbeat 'Hustling.' The oriental-tinged 'B R Right' is the album's gem, as Ludacris makes for the perfect catalyst. The last track, 'Do You Want Me?' is bumping as Bathgate comes off as smooth as Jay-Z in a chicken coup. As well, Eve's appearance on 'Ladies 1st' helps it blaze.

However, Trina's hit single 'No Panties' (featuring Tweet) fails to grab me in the right spot. 'Kandi' features teenager Lil Brianna providing a reply to Lil Romeo with its distinctive similarity to New Edition's hit single, "Candy Girl." Unfortunately Trina comes off more like a pedophile than a sentimental 'Kandi' girl. Also disturbing is Trina's sample of Gloria Estefan's annoying 'Conga' on 'Get This Money.' She also helps herself to a nice filling of weak skits.

Trina has not progressed since her debut album. Despite being a fan of female rappers, she failed to impress. She needs to start providing more distinctive vocals, and a broader range of content. Trina comes off as a tall tale teller, all gangster, all filler, if only if felt a lil bit realer.