A couple of good tunes, but that's about it
I was so excited when I first received this CD, but it got old really fast. . Sounded like some old George Michael tunes from the '80s. Don't waste your time. .
It feels good!
This is the second Robbie album i bought and i must say that this one is much more better than her 2005 dated album "Intensive Care". First, let me say that i'm not a huge Robbie fan but i appreciate his songs and live performance. When I listen to this album for the first time, I felt that the signs of his following stuff are here included in this album. The hits "Rock DJ" and "Supreme" are two of Robbie's best songs. Kylie Minogue duet "Kids" and "Let Love Be Your Energy" are other two songs that i still like listening to. I've just discovered the beautiful "Love Calling Earth" and "Knutsford City Limits", and i feel like this album has much more than i've discovered yet. .
Pop Music for Grownups
Amazing that idiots like Ashley Simpson and the Backstreet Boys (who aren't even capable of writing their own music) sell millions, but Robbie doesn't catch. I think I'm the only American Robbie Williams fans -- sadly most American's just don't understand him. Sure he's a little vulgar, but it's entertaining. He's certainly no Beatles, Stones, Pink Floyd, or Led Zeppelin, but it's just FUN music (often with a mocking element). Americans, give him a chance . . . I truly don't think you'll be dissapointed. .
Pop Genius
My favorite tracks: Kids -- a superb commmentary on the pop music industry. Robbie Williams is a true rock star: sex appeal and personality to burn on top of clever, on-target lyrics, and a great voice that can be mean, kind, soft, and hard. Pure genius to have Kylie Minogue (the opposite of clever) do the duet. Did she get the joke? Love calling earth -- heartbreaking. Just when you think RW is all snide remarks and sarcasm. Rock DJ is awesome for dancing -- and also for singing in the car!
It never ceases to amaze me that RW is not bigger in the US. Perhaps he's too clever?.
He's Winning All Right!
Each of the 12 tracks he has written on this album are superb! This is pop at it's finest!
1. Robbie Williams has always been one to not follow the rest of the pop crowd with his individualistic music. Let Love Be Your Energy - Great way to start off his album. It has a rock vibe to it that really kicks into gear in the chorus! A treat for the ears! (5/5)
2. Better Man - I think this is without a doubt one of his best ballads. The lyrics are so touching ("Rest assured my angels/ Will catch my tears/ Walk me out of here/ I'm in pain") you can't help but listening to this to relax. (6/5)
3. Rock DJ - An interesting song with an even more interesting video to boot. Again, has a rock vibe to it with some of the most infectious lyrics to make a killer track! His first tracks on this album are definately his strongest! (5/5)
4. Supreme - My 2nd favorite song on this album! Instead of following another rock song pattern, he turns to a more darker pop song. Sounds like it has a night time vibe to it. Great job, Robbie! (6/5)
5. Kids - MY FAVORITE SONG! It's so weird considering Kylie is known for her dance songs, but she does even better with Robbie on this rock type song! The chorus is definately the highlight of this song! Guitar driven beats and great vocals! (6/5)
6. If It's Hurting You - This is an ok song. His first five songs on the album are his best. It's a little too slow compared to his other songs. (3/5)
7. Singing For the Lonely - An uplifting song that starts off slow, but soon kicks into gear with some great guitars and drums. It sounds simplistic, but it works with this song and his great vocals. (5/5)
8. Love Calling Earth - Wow! This song is so soothing! It's a slower ballad but it is great nonetheless. Robbie really knows when to throw in all the music instruments or let his voice just do the work. Just plain awesome! (5/5)
9. Knutsford City Limits - Robbie kicks the album back into gear with another great rock tune. Has some great lyrics too! (When the meter ran out on life/ I used my tokens lady) Fantastic (4/5)
10. Forever Texas - When I saw the title of the song, I thought it was going to be some lame country song and boy was I wrong! This is another great rock song! (4/5)
11. By All Means Necessary - Another great slow song with some rather depressing lyrics. I am still dumbfounded by the lyrics, as I am guessing it has something to do with a girl just sleeping around with a lot of people based on what they have or something? LoL either way. Something to listen to. (5/5)
12. The Road to Mandalay - This song sounds a little weird at first, but takes a while to grow on you. Kinda sung in some storytelling fashion. Very interesting. (4/5)
As you can see by most of my reviews (Shawn Desman, A-Teens, etc. ) The United States misses out on several opportunities to pass the pop torch to more deserving artists rather than simply giving it to mediocre performers. If you liked this, you should check out his even more emotional, Escapology! .
You can see a complete list of all Robbie Williams discography, or go back to the Robbie Williams tabs
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