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Kenny Chesney may work the Jimmy Buffett mojo a little too hard on his CMA Award-winning album, When the Sun Goes Down. But he comes by it naturally, having vacationed at Myrtle Beach as a child and today owning a home in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Now comes his all-out island salute, Be As You Are (Songs from an Old Blue Chair), which surprises only in its concentration on the restorative vibe of beachfront life rather than the bikinis and rum-soaked nights. Intimate and subdued, the album gets mandatorily frolicsome on "Guitars and Tiki Bars." But mostly it's a reflective look at the people, places, and passion that make up his south-of-the-equator equation. There are lovely moments here--the cocktail swirl of "Magic," the quiet eroticism of "Something Sexy in the Rain," and the faraway ache of "Somewhere in the Sun." Trouble is, Chesney, who wrote or cowrote all 13 tracks, ended up with enough material for only half a record, and then repeated many of his ideas (particularly the singling out of the émigrés who came to the islands to become whole again) to fill out the album. Add that shortcoming to the mellow sameness that prevails, and Be As You Are becomes less an album for that old blue chair than one for the hammock. --Alanna Nash
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Product Description
He's sold over 17 million records and is the biggest ticket seller in the genre this year. He's performed on Oprah. He's been awarded the ACM Male Vocalist of the Year award. With the release of Be As You Are,this is your chance to get to know Kenny Chesney as you've never heard him before.
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51 of 62 people found the following review helpful
By J. Clemens
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I have never written a review on music, but I felt the need to write about this CD. A clear mind can see through the negativity written on this site about this CD: "Kenny..grow up" (why not live young!) "It's all about the Islands" (jealous he lives there? I'd be there too if I could!) "It's all about drinking" (not on all songs if you listen to them, and besides, froffy drinks go with island hopping) "Sounds like Jimmy Buffett". (what, Buffett is the only person allowed to sing or has ever sung about the islands? Besides, I love Jimmy Buffett and no one could ever encroach upon his talent.) I think we could lighten up and enjoy misic for what it is, entertainment.
Kenny Chesney has created for us something different and I applaud diversity. I have all Kenny Chesney's work, and have loved it all (with some exceptions of his earliest albums).
It was easy to pick my favorites from each album of Kenny's, but Be As You Are is so filled with great music I cannot choose a favorite song. It is such a pleasure to listen to, so relaxing and fun. The "islands" music reminds me of Henry Kapono which is another of my favorite artists.
Treat yourself to some island music. It is great listening here in late January where all we wait for is to be outside without heavy coats on our backs. I know too that I'll continue listening to this CD during the summer just to enhance the atmosphere.
Finally, my life is enduring a lot of stress right now, and each time I put this CD on the home stereo, the boom box at work, and in the car, the stress is carried away with the warm island breezes. My kids sing along with "Key Lime Pie". The next best thing is being there. For that I Thank You Kenny!
Kenny Chesney has created for us something different and I applaud diversity. I have all Kenny Chesney's work, and have loved it all (with some exceptions of his earliest albums).
It was easy to pick my favorites from each album of Kenny's, but Be As You Are is so filled with great music I cannot choose a favorite song. It is such a pleasure to listen to, so relaxing and fun. The "islands" music reminds me of Henry Kapono which is another of my favorite artists.
Treat yourself to some island music. It is great listening here in late January where all we wait for is to be outside without heavy coats on our backs. I know too that I'll continue listening to this CD during the summer just to enhance the atmosphere.
Finally, my life is enduring a lot of stress right now, and each time I put this CD on the home stereo, the boom box at work, and in the car, the stress is carried away with the warm island breezes. My kids sing along with "Key Lime Pie". The next best thing is being there. For that I Thank You Kenny!
22 of 29 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
This CD will be in rotation on my CD player forever. Didn't really know what to expect, since I missed both playings of the CMT Special, but Kenny delivers.
If you (1) love the ocean (2) love the beach lifestyle (3) have spent time on a boat (4) spent time in Key West or (5) just like to hear really good stories told in song, then, RUN to the store or do the 1-Touch Order thing here at amazon and GET THIS CD.
After a day of listening, my favorites are #7 SOMETHING SEXY ABOUT THE RAIN and #11 MAGIC. Put either one of them on, grab your significant other and pretend you're dancing on the warm sand at sunset, even if you're really moving around on cold Spanish tile in your own land-locked den!
KEY LIME PIE is a cute ditty. Loved it. Will be singing the chorus for a long time. SOUL OF A SAILOR harkens to Jimmy Buffett's early days. GUITARS AND TIKI BARS will get radio play, to be sure. "Guitars and tiki bars and a whole lot of love."
The liner notes explain Kenny's love of the ocean. He really opens up about the pull of the sea and it feels so real.
Well done, Kenny. Well done.
If you (1) love the ocean (2) love the beach lifestyle (3) have spent time on a boat (4) spent time in Key West or (5) just like to hear really good stories told in song, then, RUN to the store or do the 1-Touch Order thing here at amazon and GET THIS CD.
After a day of listening, my favorites are #7 SOMETHING SEXY ABOUT THE RAIN and #11 MAGIC. Put either one of them on, grab your significant other and pretend you're dancing on the warm sand at sunset, even if you're really moving around on cold Spanish tile in your own land-locked den!
KEY LIME PIE is a cute ditty. Loved it. Will be singing the chorus for a long time. SOUL OF A SAILOR harkens to Jimmy Buffett's early days. GUITARS AND TIKI BARS will get radio play, to be sure. "Guitars and tiki bars and a whole lot of love."
The liner notes explain Kenny's love of the ocean. He really opens up about the pull of the sea and it feels so real.
Well done, Kenny. Well done.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Todd M
Format:Audio CD
Having read many reviews on this site, I was hesitant to buy this CD. After finally having bought it and listened to it, I found that most reviews on this site were off-base.
Any person that has the depth to understand where Chesney was at this time in his life and/or has been in a similar situation will like this album. I will grant that The Road and the Radio and When the Sun Goes Down have more of a country feel to them and have more hits, I do, however, feel that he has not recorded a better song than Somewhere in the Sun.
This will be a good purchase to those who like Chesney's music. He, like many, continue to grow in there lives and this album is an example of that.
Any person that has the depth to understand where Chesney was at this time in his life and/or has been in a similar situation will like this album. I will grant that The Road and the Radio and When the Sun Goes Down have more of a country feel to them and have more hits, I do, however, feel that he has not recorded a better song than Somewhere in the Sun.
This will be a good purchase to those who like Chesney's music. He, like many, continue to grow in there lives and this album is an example of that.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
NEVER DISAPPOINT
Kenny my love, you never disappoint me with your music. Something Sexy About The Rain sends goosebumps all over my body. Read more
Published 21 days ago by Julie Kennis
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Big Favorite
I had this album but accidently erased it so got it again. Still awesome to listen to and so glad i have it back!
Published 24 days ago by Rebekah Lessard
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great CD. Poor packaging.
I truly enjoy all of the songs on this CD. However, when I received the CD the plastic case was cracked. I was disapppointed as this was a gift. Read more
Published 27 days ago by Kathy Shank
5.0 out of 5 stars
My favorite KC cd
Great easy listening plus a few upbeat tunes. Great for unwinding. One of my favorites overall. Wore out my last copy
Published 1 month ago by ntrlvr
5.0 out of 5 stars
Well this is my third review, since I bought three, guess they are...
I have recently starting listening to Kenny Chesney. His music reminds me some of another artist that sings about boats, oceans and drinking, Jimmy Buffett. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Clifton
2.0 out of 5 stars
a few good songs
just buy the songs you know not this whole album. there are really no suprise good tracks on this one. kenny got me on this one
Published 2 months ago by J. okane
5.0 out of 5 stars
KC 2
Just beefing up our KC collection, this was an excellent choice. Going to continue to beef up the collection by buying Poets & Pirates.
Published 5 months ago by John Lomaga
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love this one!
I loooove this cd ! Makes me feel like relaxing in the tropics... Who doesn't wanna do that?? :). I listen to this one over and over and never get tired of it!
Published 6 months ago by Kbodz
5.0 out of 5 stars
Kenny!
The album was of course great! I had a little trouble trying to figure out how to get the album off of the amazon player onto my computer and itunes but after I figured it out, it... Read more
Published 8 months ago by dng_121
4.0 out of 5 stars
Mostly laid back but sometimes silly
I was a big fan of Kenny's Lucky Old Sun album. I love the steel drums and island rhythms. Some of the songs on Be as You Are have that same feel. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Ferdy
