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Inside Out

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I have all of Trisha's CD's, and this her tenth, is undoubtedly the best! What a voice, and what a wonderful ability Trisha has to wrap that angelic voice around her lyrics, making you feel the joy, the hurt, the love. Wow, what a sensational collection. Aside from the remake of "Seven Year Ache," there's not a song on here that isn't overwhelming. (And even "Ache" is by no means bad---just mundane.)

Trisha has truly transcended the "country" genre, but she has always proven herself versatile: (did you ever hear her "I Have a Love" from the "West Side Story" compilation a few years back?--it's chilling!!!). I feel the production, instrumentation and background vocals are impeccable and provide the CD with a smooth flow, and excitement.

It's hard to pick favorites on a collection like this, but surely "Harmless Heart," "Melancholy Blue," and "When We Were Still in Love" are some of the most heartfelt ballads of her career. And what's this unnecessary comparison of "I Would've Loved You Anyway" with Celine Dion songs? What's wrong with power ballads, especially when executed with such style and class? Don't compare Celine and Trisha---they're equally good, worlds apart, but I'd prefer these kind of love songs to the tripe we have to put up with in the pop world!!! Back to the real issue though.

"Love Alone," "For A While" "Love Let Go" and "Love Me or Leave Me Alone"---awesome performances, and so different from what you've expected from Trisha. They're not country, but let's face it, at heart Trisha Yearwood is a singer, not a country singer, not a pop singer, just one of the industry's most outstanding vocalists.

She started out getting compared to Linda Ronstadt, and although there are some vocal similarities, Trisha manages to stand on her own, and come out shining!

If you love Trisha, this is definitely a CD you must own! If you think you don't like her (and who could possibly not?), give this one a try---it's great!

I am a huge fan of her music. I have every CD she has ever released since she started back in the late '80's. This CD, in my opinion, is "ok". "I Would've Loved You Anyway" is traditional Trisha Yearwood...wide range of tones, love song with a yearning harmony. "Inside Out" is with Don Henly and an upbeat song. "I Don't Paint Myself into Corners Anymore" is my personal favorite that is a slower song of love lost and the regain of one's own self. Other than these particular songs, I don't wish to put the CD in the player. I cannot help but still wait for her to release solid country that she is capable of like on her very first album. She is heading toward adult contemporary/pop...which is ok...but unfortunately, that leaves country music behind. If you are more of a country/contemporary fan than you will surely like this album. There is no steel guitar, banjo, fiddle or country feeling to any of the songs on the album.

Tired of the Faiths and the Shanias? Welcome to Trisha's world! She is, hands down, the best country singer around these days. Not as promoted as others, but so much better...her voice is deep and sad and so beautiful! She puts so much emotion into everything - without ever sounding over the top - that she should be revered not only by country music lovers but by music lovers everywhere. If you're thinking of buying your first Trisha CD, go for the Songbook, a very good compilation. Otherwise, try Inside Out, a great blend of romantic (my favorite ones) and more upbeat songs, that will leave you dreaming. She takes her time in preparing a new release, but the next one is supposed to be great, since her longtime friend, country music legend Garth Brooks, is writing the songs with her. I can't wait!

After buying "Real Live Woman" on a whim after the 2000 Grammys, I became a total Trisha Yearwood fan, completely immersed in her incredible talent and great songs. So when "Inside Out" was released, I went and purchased it right away to see what Trisha came up with to follow such an amazing album. She didn't disappoint me.

This album, for me, is not up to par with "Real Live Woman," but I think that's an unfair standard for any artist. "Inside Out" is a pretty impressive effort by its own right, and Trisha provides some pretty thrilling vocal moments. "Love Alone" and "I Don't Paint Myself Into Corners" prove Trisha can belt with the best of the industry. "Corners" is one of my favorite Yearwood tracks, ranking up there with "Down on My Knees," "You Can Sleep While I Drive," and "Hearts in Armor." It's so powerfully written and so beautifully performed. "Melancholy Blue" was another favorite and vintage Trisha. She really knows how to tug at someone's heartstrings!

The title cut was surprisingly energetic and while I expected Don Henley to take a more active role in the vocals, I still think this pairing is pretty dynamite. "Love Let Go" grew on me after many spins and "Love Me Or Leave Me Alone" is incredibly catchy. "For Awhile" had such a wonderful sense of humor; she really shines when she's allowed to get intimate with her listeners.

"Inside Out" is far and away superior to Faith Hill's recent effort "Cry" and Shania Twain's "Up!" especially the latter. It won't enjoy the same commercial success, but I, for one, am glad Trisha doesn't care either.

I have purchased every single Trisha Yearwood CD since her self-titled debut in 1991, and I can honestly say, this is truly her best effort to date (closely followed by 1995's THINKIN' ABOUT YOU)! From the powerfully uplifting "Love Alone" to the mournful "When We Were Still In Love", Trisha does not miss a single beat throughout the entire CD!

Contrary to previous reviews, I believe Trisha's rendition of "Seven Year Ache" is a major improvement and worthwhile update of the original, considering Trisha's vocal ability far surpasses that of Rosanne Cash by miles!

"I Don't Paint Myself Into Corners" is a clear indication of the power in Trisha's pure, crystal-like voice - I get goosebumps on the final line where she holds the extended note in the word "myself". She puts so-called "divas" Shania, Faith and Celine to total shame!!

"Harmless Heart" and "Melancholy Blue" are the two greatest ballads she has recorded since "How Do I Live" and "Where Your Road Leads". Both cuts should be future singles and are totally Grammy-worthy next year!

"Inside Out" is clearly a feel-good, fun song to kind of break up the tear-jerking ballads on either side of it on the CD, and does a magnificent job of doing so! It should have been a bigger chart hit than it was, but, hey, it's a great addition to her catalog! The cut is not very "country" in production, but big deal - it's Trisha!!! Her voice transcends all musical barriers! (Faith, Shania and Jo Dee don't even come close!!)

Finally, to disagree with a previous review on the opening cut "Love Alone", another stand-out track on this compilation by the way, Ms. Yearwood pulls it off effortlessly! Perfect voice control, strength and power!

I feel some of these "reviewers" are stuck in the twangy, cry-in-your-beer country of 25-30 years ago - come on people, it's 2002! Trisha's lyrics, orchestrations and vocal prowess are intelligent, mature and flawless! Country, pop, AC - who cares?! It's music you can listen to once and find yourself pressing the "Repeat All" button on your CD player!!! If you want female country twang, buy a Terri Clark or Dixie Chicks CD!! For total class, it's Trisha and, closely second, Martina McBride!

Give the comparison's a rest! If there is any female that has a voice that combines power, tenderness, and maturity in the country genre, better than Trisha Yearwood's I'd like to hear it. Ok, so Trisha has some pop effects in a few songs - she's still very different than Linda or even Celine. "Inside Out" reminds the fan and average listener why Trisha is so different: "For a While" wonderfully balances humor ("Poor old Coyote...some one had a worse day than me") with beautiful high notes that reflects the way Trisha can comfortably sway through a song like no one else can. Don't compare "I Would Have Loved You Anyway" to Celene - Trisha just happened to find a great song that exposes her outstanding range and ability to sensitively hit you in the heart while carrying a note. Sure Celene can belt it: she can yell - Trisha naturally elevates her voice with a positive feel and actually sings. "Love Me or Leave Me" is another vocal explosion that works. For those of you who appreciate genuine talent with intelligent lyrics and well crafted vocals - don't be fooled by comarisons to pop acts - thankfully, while her latest producer, Mark Bright, adds a few elements in an attempt to make her music acceptable to a new audience, Trisha will never stoop the level of sacrificing great vocals and well-thought out lyrics to make a gushy bubble-gum pop record. A voice with that kind of natural talent, and genuine integrity to the country format (and singing for that matter) deserves a listen. A good long listen.

Admist some controversy over the slightly "new" direction Trisha has taken, her vocal abilities prove once and again that she is one of (if not) the best. Heavy production? Yes, on some numbers. Not country enough? Depends on who you ask. The obviously country "I Don't Paint Myself into Corners" is excellent. Other songs diverge from the country formula (Love me or Leave me Alone) but still remain good music. I think the variety on the album is what makes it great - from the power ballads (I would've loved you anyway) to the upbeat songs (Love Alone) to the excellent covers (Seven Year Ache). The whimsical "For a While" is a wonderful song. I don't think there is really a misstep on this album. I can't even skip over my least favorite songs (Second Chance; When we were still in love) because I can't get them out of my head once they start.

As a fan of all of Trisha's music, I really see how this both compliments and extends her previous work. It has been over two months since the album was released and it is still in my CD player. As a fan of most types of music, I think this is a great album (time, of course, will be a better judge of this). Trisha has an excellent voice and a great sense of material.

As for the debate over the amount of "production" - it's beautiful music, plain and simple. As for how is fits into the sceme of Trisha's work - I rank it up there with the superb Everybody Knows and Real Live Woman.

Inside Out is the latest album from Trisha Yearwood, one of country music's finest performers. The album is a return of sorts. After 2000's Real Live Woman, which was often underrated and overlooked, which was an album with a more edgier country sound, Trisha returns to the music that has made her what she is today. It is almost the sequel to her 1998 album Where Your Road Leads. The album has a lush pop sound. The quality of Trisha's voice does not take away from the simplistic nature of the songs.

Witness the first single, the sweeping ballad I Would've Loved You Anyway. A tender ballad that is reminiscent of a Celine Dion movie song, but in fact its better. Trisha's voice is beautiful and clear. The album features many ballads, such as the reminiscent When We Were Still In Love, a beautiful ballad remembering the time of being in love. Second Chance is an inspiring song about love giving another chance. The upbeat songs like Love Alone, which is a great song to sing along with, give the album some texture as well. The pop sounding Love Me Or Leave Me Alone will for sure be a hit among the crowds.

Overall Inside Out is one of Trisha's best albums, right up there with Everybody Knows and Where Your Road Leads. This album once again demonstrates her ability to choose songs that suit her voice to a T, and songs that demonstrate real emotions and fears that only Trisha's voice could convey in this way.

I am pleased to say after the great last album that this one is super, too! Trisha is definitely a great singer. The first cut is a wonderful song. All the songwriters are great and Kim Richey is notable as background! My personal favorite is the last song on the CD and was written by Jude Johnstone (When we were still in love) because my all time favorite Trisha song is Hearts in Armour also written by JJohnstone. You will not be disappointed if you are a Trisha fan Buy this CD!

"Knowing we can live on love alone..." sings the angelic voice during the first song of the Inside Out album. Love for what? After hearing this album, I'd say love for Trisha's voice and music! After 10 years in this business, Trisha's style and grace fail to go stale. Her nuance and crystal clear take on fabulous lyrics take you to another place--or at least they took me there! This is a ballad heavy album, but every song is a gem--lyrically and musically. Budding love and relationships gone wrong are the topics covered in Inside Out---and one can just tell that Trisha has experienced every emotion in these lyrics. If you love music, this album will convince you, that yes, you can live on love alone! ;)