In a way, I am not surprised to read that Kelly Clarkson’s latest single “My Life Would Suck Without You” made the biggest jump from 97 to 1 in the US Chart. After her last effort “My December”, I am reminded that big stars don’t necessarily make great albums all the time. Look at Leona Lewis’s “Best Kept Secret”. I want some “Bleeding Love”. The blessing and curse of such successful titles, all eyes are on our American Idol’s very first “Because of You”.
“My Life Would Suck Without You” has all the elements of being a chart topper. The beat, the tune, and it’s catchy. I watched her on TV performing that song on this season’s American Idol. She had so much fun on the stage, that confidence. Unlike her last album, she put more effort in collaborating with other songwriters and producers, which is good. I think she is a greater singer than a songwriter. And like her last album, and the one before, and before, her lyrics seem to continue to revolve around her past failed relationship. I really wish someone give that girl some love and perhaps, she may make a happier album next time. Although, of all people, I shall be able to understand why some artists are more attracted to certain emotions.
The album “All I Ever Wanted” has its hits and misses, in my book. I bought the deluxe edition that comes with a DVD and an extra two bonus tracks. It was a good decision because the bonus tracks are really good. Looking at all the 16 tracks of pop / rock / dance genres, there are 5 I absolutely love, 4 I absolutely don’t get it, 5 I am lukewarm towards, the remaining 2 are so-so-ok-ish. Of those the hits, most are written not by Kelly Clarkson. For the misses, it is a split. So what does that say? Collaboration with other producers seems to pay off. There is still room to work on song choices.
Hits and misses aside, Kelly Clarkson has such a God gifted voice. And she can sing almost any genre, fast and slow. She reminds me of the early days of Mariah Carey, whom I admire a lot. I wish that “All I Ever Wanted” has a stronger song collection. OK, Kelly Clarkson has established the fact that she likes to create a different album each time. Kelly, you’ve just brought me back into the fan base and I am looking forward to what your next album would be like. Country music please.
Below is the single “My Life Would Suck Without You”. And I have found a really funky remixed version too.
8 replies on “Kelly Clarkson – All I Ever Wanted – Now, Give That Girl Some Love”
“I am reminded that big stars don’t necessarily make great albums all the time. Look at Leona Lewis’s second album.”
Leona’s second album remains in production with a tentative release date Autumn/Winter 2009. By all accounts, it’s coming along nicely.
Majortom – You are right, “Best Kept Secret” is not Leona Lewis’s second album. Though it is the second album released to the public after her debut and it is a collection of Pre-X-Factor recordings. Personally, I don’t really get “Best Kept Secret” at all.
Have you started ripping all your new CDs yet??
Kiat – No man … I am doing something even better. I just bought a Nokia XpressMusic 5800 for Cynthia and we are now busy downloading music for free! Seems much faster than ripping my own CDs … ha ha ha.
With DRM? Can only play on the Nokia?
Kiat – Can play from PC through my lovely speakers, can play from the Nokia phone. If I want Hi-fi quality sound, just connect the phone through my rather expensive transport cable. Sounds great!
I enjoy Kelly Clarkson’s music too but stopped at her first album. Carrie Underwood is another American Idol that left an impression on me. The rest? I’ve forgotten all of them!
Tigerfish – Oh yes, I love Carrie Underwood. She is great. And consistent too!