Conversations with Myself…

What a busy weekend this has been in terms of Radio Premieres, all by BBC Radio One! On Saturday we got played Robbie Williams‘ new single Bodies, on Sunday we got the exclusive play of Leona Lewis‘ Happy AND to top it off the Sugababes‘ next single About A Girl. Finally, today we got the first play of Cheryl Cole‘s debut single Fight For This Love.

This is what I thought of all 4 songs…

FIGHT FOR THIS LOVE
Cheryl Cole
From the album Three Words
Out Oct 19
(Youtube Link)

I really don’t know what to think about it. The demo of the track by Andre Merritt, I thought, was a not particularly memorable in any way; however I don’t know what to think of Cheryl’s attempt. It went down the r’n'b-lite route which is probably the only logical musical direction I could see her in. It’s a nice little track, I could see entering the charts somewhere within the Top 10 for sure. I’m not convinced that this is a good indication that she should continue solo, but we’ve yet to hear the other tracks from her album (Three Words) – this might be a red herring in terms of the direction of the whole album. It’s going to need a good video and a handful of good remixers cos I could see this going down a treat in the clubs.

Best Lyric: Cut the Vespa, let’s go slow
Best Part: The Bridge

ABOUT A GIRL
Sugababes
From the album Sweet 7
Out Nov 16
(Youtube Link)

Heavy effects on the voices which I thought was a bit of a shame, on first listen, seeing as they are all really good vocally. On a couple more listens the track has begun to grow on me. I don’t know what possessed them to release Get Sexy over this as a lead single because this is definitely a more summery club track, whilst Get Sexy may be appreciated as an autumn club banger. I must say I cringed when I heard Keisha sing “Red One. Sugababes” but I tend to want to ignore that bit. It’s definitely a sing-a-long track and would sound really good when played very loudly. The video is supposed to be Kill Bill themed… interesting. Top 3 prediction. It’s another good and interesting insight to their album.

Best Lyric: I’m in my Louis Vuittons, fire like a bomb.
Best Part: The Middle 8 with Amelle & Heidi
Worst Lyric: Red One. Sugababes.

HAPPY
Leona Lewis
From the album Echo
Out Nov 9
(No Youtube Link)

I’m loving it!
On first listen it was immediately forgetful, then again so are most tracks. Several listens later, it’s the hallmark of a good Leona mid-tempo ballad, and there are the recognisable Tedder ‘drum beats’ in the background. It certainly no Bleeding Love, but could come close. The lyrics are beautiful and are sung beautifully. I cannot wait for the video & her album! Number 1 (or 2) for sure.

Best Lyric: So what if this world just throws me off the edge? My feet run out of ground.
Best Part: The Chorus

BODIES
Robbie Williams
From the album Reality Killed the Video Star
Out Oct 12
(Youtube Link)

Wonderful comeback from Mr Williams. Certain to be a hit. It reminded me of most of his past incarnations. At first the verses, bridge and chorus almost spoken/sung/rapped made me think this was going to be another Rudebox ditty – by no means a bad thing – until the second chorus kicks in! This made me think of his preview hits from the album Escapology. Not saying that he’s rehashing his past hits because it’s just he manages to maintain everything we loved about his previous records whilst creating a totally fresh sound. Instantly hooked. Top 3, depending on the state of the charts. Love it.

Best Lyric: Bodies in the Bohdi tree…
Best Part: The 2nd Chorus