Sparks Fly (Deluxe)

Miranda Cosgrove | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (April 27, 2010)
• Original Release Date: 2010
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Columbia
• ASIN: B003BOUKRA
• In-Print Editions: Audio CD  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #78,944 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

Sparks Fly is a high-energy pop rock album, which incorporates many of Cosgrove's influences such as modern hit makers like Gwen Stefani, Beyonce and Lily Allen. The Nickelodeon star co-wrote several songs on Sparks Fly, including the first single, "Kissin U." Miranda Cosgrove co-wrote "Kissin U" with Claude Kelly (Britney Spears, Miley Cyrus) and the song was produced by Dr. Luke (Kelly Clarkson, Ke$ha), whom Cosgrove already greatly admired. All of the songs on Cosgrove's debut album are about boys and first loves, subject matter that's hardly far-fetched - the teen sensation and her friends are "always talking about our relationships and stuff." But Cosgrove's songs also have cross-generational appeal. Tracks like the synth-laden "Bam," the confessional pop smash "Disgusting" and the club banger "Oh Oh" all feature irresistible hooks, and are nearly impossible to forget - no matter how old the listener is. Special deluxe VIP package includes 4 bonus tracks, a poster, sticker and access to exclusive videos.

Customer Reviews

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24 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Cosgrove Sparkles on Debut Album, April 27, 2010

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This review is from: Sparks Fly [+Digital Booklet] (MP3 Download)

Anyone who's seen an episode of iCarly is already aware that Miranda Cosgrove can carry a tune - she sings the show's opening theme. But can she carry a whole album? Happily, the answer is yes.

The tracks on "Sparks Fly" are fun and generally upbeat, and many are filled with quirky lyrics and hooks that keep the album entertaining from start to finish. For instance, the Ke$ha ("Tik, Tok") penned "Disgusting" is all about being completely disgusted with yourself for being so in love with a guy, and "Oh, Oh" features an unique sound effect throughout the chorus and verses.

Several of the songs, such as "Disgusting," "BAM," "Oh, Oh" also have an 80's feel that should help the album appeal to adults, while the tweens can appreciate the more straight-forward teen pop feel of "Kissin U" and "Daydream." Other standouts include "Shakespeare," "Brand New You," "Beautiful Mess" and "There Will Be Tears," the latter of which shows of the lower range of Cosgrove's vocals.

On the negative side, some of the ballads do weigh the album down a bit - "Hey You" is a bit forgettable, and Cosgrove's voice sounds a bit strained on the higher notes of "What Are You Waiting For," although the song itself is pleasant enough to warrant a few repeated listens anyway.

All in all, "Sparks Fly" is a solid and enjoyable debut album full of ear-candy for just about any pop music fan. And you'll definitely want to purchase the deluxe version of the album - the four extra songs are well worth it.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Hits the Mark, May 6, 2010

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N. L. Sampson-Bach "panstygia" (Lake in the Hills, IL United States) - See all my reviews
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As the mother of a young girl, I had no hesitation about buying this album for my daughter (something I can't say for very much of the music out there that's flung in her direction). The music is upbeat, age-appropriate, and very reminscent for me of what life was like at that "just on the cusp" age, where romance is everything. The lyrics are thoughtful and heartfelt, the tunes catchy and fun -- in fact a couple are so firmly entrenched in my head, I find myself humming them at work (much to my co-workers' chagrin). A great job by Miranda!

7 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Miranda just plain rocks!!!!, May 12, 2010

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Gary Kaetzel (Missouri United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sparks Fly (Deluxe) (Audio CD)

I had been waiting for her album to come out for a while and I wasn't disappointed! I can't get the songs "Kissing U" and "Disgusting" out of my head! I did like the ballads and am eagerly awaiting her next album whenever she makes it! I could listen to her sing for hours and hours! I am also eagerly waiting for her to start touring because I would LOVE to see her sing in person! My only wish is that she come to my town on a day that I could go and see her! Great album!!