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Lights (Amazon MP3 Exclusive Version)

Ellie GouldingMP3 Music
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (131 customer reviews)

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  • Original Release Date: March 8, 2011
  • Format - Music: MP3
  • Compatible with MP3 Players (including with iPod®), iTunes, Windows Media Player
 
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Play   3. Starry Eyed 2:56 $1.29  Buy MP3 
Play   4. This Love (Will Be Your Downfall) 3:53 $1.29  Buy MP3 
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Play   6. The Writer 4:11 $1.29  Buy MP3 
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Play   8. Every Time You Go 3:25 $1.29  Buy MP3 
Play   9. Your Biggest Mistake 3:26 $1.29  Buy MP3 
Play 10. Salt Skin 4:16 $1.29  Buy MP3 
Play 11. Your Song 3:10 $1.29  Buy MP3 
Play 12. Human (Amazon Exclusive) 4:10 $1.29  Buy MP3 
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I like every song on the album, which is rare! Jessica Menzel  |  24 reviewers made a similar statement
It is an enchanting blend of pop, folk, electronic music with wonderful heartfelt lyrics. Bellatrix  |  23 reviewers made a similar statement
My son and I love listening to this CD in the car. Christine Conahan  |  16 reviewers made a similar statement
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28 of 29 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastically refreshing! August 25, 2011
By K. Owen
Format:MP3 Music|Amazon Verified Purchase
I leafed through August 2011's "100 albums for $5" and found her album, gave Lights a listen and decided to go for it. This is my first purchase of Ellie's work, and I must say that it exceeded my expectations. In the era of autotune and rap, this is a refreshing and welcome voice. Ellie's voice is lighter and cuter than fellow English singer Adele's, who has too strong of a voice for me to appreciate. Her songs all have a catchy beat (except for Your Song) with mature lyrics, helping Ellie establish herself and forge her own path in the music industry.

At first, I clearly found the first half of the album vastly superior to the second half. However, upon several more listens, the difference is much greater.

Track breakdown:

Lights (Single Version) - This song has a bazillion remixes for a reason (dubstep is popular for some reason, but I particularly enjoy the Fear of Tigers remix). This song is spectacular, showing off Ellie's incredible vocal range and voice. Keep in mind that this is the Single Version of Lights, not a remix. Regardless, this song is a shoo-in for contender for favorite song on the album.

Guns and Horses - Faster-paced than Lights and just as catchy, Ellie continues to prove that she has talent and a good handle on balancing emotional strength with this song.

Starry Eyed - This song gushes more romantically than the previous two. A nice but short song.

This Love (Will Be Your Downfall) - Takes a bit to rev up, and it's a slower song than Lights. The lyrics are cautious and questioning. A decent song.

Under The Sheets - Definitely aimed at a female audience (I identify with the male gender), still a pretty nice song. I love how Ellie coos (I can't think of a better word for it, but her voice goes super-high) closer to the end of the song! It's the perfect thing to autotune.

The Writer - A slow, soft song with very powerful emotion. The superior lyrics make this one of the best (or at least most powerful) songs on this album!

Animal - As the title hints, this song is quite opposite the one before it. This is a faster, rougher song, especially because of the lyrics.

Every Time You Go - This is a decent song. Ellie is kinda all over the place in this one. Not bad, but not outstanding.

Your Biggest Mistake - I LOVE this song! Probably my favorite on this album next to Lights. Ellie is again all over the place on this song, but it's more structured so that she builds up to the chorus. Speaking of which, the chorus has two parts ; Ellie's "Oh-oh-oh-oh-ohhh~" in the second half completes the chorus to make an incredibly catchy song. This song demonstrates masterful (not abusive) use of autotune. Love it!

Salt Skin - A huge change from the previous song, this is the most 'chilling' of all the songs on this album, if it can be called that. Not bad, but not outstanding.

Your Song - I personally believe she sounds better when not performing acoustic solos (which this song is). This is a great song, but it's not among my favorite of hers.

Human (Amazon Exclusive) - A fantastic song to round out the album. It takes a bit to wind up, but Ellie's emotional desperation bursts from this song. While the chorus is a bit repetitive, it doesn't detract much from the song. She also coos wonderfully in this song towards the end.

Overall, Lights is a steal at $5, and still worth seriously considering if you like "adult pop" (as opposed to teenage pop) with a more feminine-sounding singer (while Ellie has a relatively lighter voice at times, she should not be compared to artists such as Selena Gomez). Ellie's voice and the catchy beats will almost assuredly keep you coming back for more.
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34 of 37 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Pop so shiny, it dazzles... March 16, 2010
23 year old Ellie Goulding, originally a Folk/Pop singer who embraced a more electronic sound, came out tops of the BBC's sound of 2010 poll, and won the critics award at the Brits, all without releasing an album.

So is she any good? I'm usually wary of over-hyping but I'll say her album is a pleasant surprise! Ten tracks (a number that seems de rigeur these days) comprising shiny Pop songs with a faint whiff of Folk. Opening "Guns and horses" is a good example, with her pixie-like voice a cross betwen Lykke Li and Björk.

The twitchy "Starry eyed" features reverb and vocoder effects, nice guitars, and an incredibly infectious chorus (as well as the catchy refrain "Next thing, we're touching"). "This love (Will be your downfall)" is a haunting ballad of undeniable charm (awash in sweet harmonies), while "Under the sheets" features swirling synths to dizzying effect.

Her Folk roots shine through on "The writer" which is a lovely guitar ballad. Also guitar festooned is "Every time you go" which starts off with finger snaps. "Wish I stayed" is an echo laden midtempo Pop song not as densely layered as much else.

There is absolutely no filler on this album. "Your biggest mistake" is lovely guitar Pop, "I'll hold my breath" a lovely guitar ballad, and closing is the midtempo "Salt skin" with lovely harmonies and skittery beats.

Definitely one to watch in 2010.
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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars There's just something about Ellie Goulding March 12, 2011
Format:MP3 Music|Amazon Verified Purchase
Her voice is different, echoes voices of the past, yet has a distinct sound that you can't stop listening to. The album, overall, is well put together with exceptional songs like "the lights", "starry eyed", and my newest favorite, "your biggest mistake". I am still getting to know the rest of the album, and so far, the rest of the songs have me interested. What I like about Ellie is her willingness to experiment, and try different sounds.. Her album, Lights, is a great listen, and will even force you to sing out loud as you most definitely get wrapped up in her enchanting vocals! Pick it up!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Excelllent New Stuff
Though I'm glad to see Ms Goulding make it, and "Lights" with six versions produced by luminaries like Calvin Harris, it's already hit the MOR charts, good for me, the... Read more
Published 3 days ago by docpatmac
4.0 out of 5 stars Great Condition
The CD came in great condition! The only thing i would change was that it look longer than the normal 3-5 business days to get to me. Read more
Published 4 days ago by Rebecca
2.0 out of 5 stars sucks!!
i like one song only! and i traded it at my local music store. and got something eles. thanx anyway...
Published 16 days ago by Eddie Aguire
5.0 out of 5 stars Top to Bottom, Great Album
Ellie Goulding is one of my favorite female vocalists at this point. Everyone knows Lights, but the rest of the album is great too.
Published 16 days ago by Eric
3.0 out of 5 stars Good song...
I really love the " LIGHT ".
It is super great song for me. I am listening it everyday, and I will listen more.
Published 21 days ago by Makoto
5.0 out of 5 stars Exceptional
This album is pure fun and joy. Every track is incredible and I could listen to it daily. In fact I usually do!
Published 26 days ago by Ashton P. Johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars Ellie is Great
I like her music and style. This is the first cd I have purchased of Ellie Goulding but listed to her on Pandora. Nice cd and I enjoy her music.
Published 1 month ago by Chip
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Published 1 month ago by Isabel
5.0 out of 5 stars LOVE!!
I love everything about this CD. Its fun, Its catchy and makes you feel like dancing! ...Even if you do look like an idiot going down the road. :)
Published 1 month ago by kady
4.0 out of 5 stars Ellie keeps me bouncin
I love her voice and style of Britpop that keeps my body moving, whether on roadtrips or exercising, Ellie entertains!
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