At the end of February 2005 Lee Ryan was diagnosed with nodules on his throat, causing the cancellation of the farewell tour of Blue.

[2] He signed a $1.1 million record deal with Sony BMG and was looked after by music chief Hugh Goldsmith to help him produce and write his debut album.

[4] He said: "Aside from making a similar career change, I don't want to be compared too heavily with Robbie's style - but I do admire him for his success as a solo artist."

[7] Ryan did not receive any money for the deal, he was just going to be provided with many new clothes and he should wear at least one piece of Dolce & Gabbana when promoting the album or performing live.

The physical single featured three b-sides: "Best of You (BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge)", "These Words (Gold Horizons)" and "Movin' On", as well as the music video.

The song Real Love received additional production from Brian Rawling and Paul Meehanfor, being released on 7 April 2006.

Jon O'Brien from AllMusic gave the album 3,5 out of 5 stars, stating that "Ryan has produced a surprisingly sophisticated and authentic debut".

Michael Hubbard from MusicOMH found that Lee Ryan's debut album "showcases vocal prowess" but he thought that the songs "are a mixed bag of made-to-order drivetime ditties and flaccid shelf filler".

[16] Bine Jankowski of Laut.de gave 2 out of 5 stars, commenting that the album was extremely mainstream, ideal for dentist's waiting rooms and lifts.

[17] Caroline Sullivan commented on Lee Ryan's debut album as a disappointment, while reviewing Simon Webbe's Sanctuary on The Guardian.