Thank You [Import]

Jamelia | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (August 17, 2004)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Import
• Label: EMI Import
• ASIN: B0001CKR5A
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Vinyl
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #716,585 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Superstar

2. Thank You

3. DJ

4. See It In A Boy's Eyes

5. Taxi

6. Dirty Dirty

7. Club Hoppin'

8. Cutie

9. Bounce

10. Bout (Album Version)

11. Off De Endz

12. B.I.T.C.H.

13. Life

14. Antidote

Editorial Reviews

Second album from young Brit urban singer comes three years after her 2000 debut 'Drama'. Having taken two years off to raise her baby daughter, she has returned with an album of hi-tech street sounds to rival the best that US RnB has to offer. Featuring --This text refers to an alternate Audio CD edition.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Jamelia Brings the Beat, March 3, 2004

By 

Nasser Alqatami - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Thank You (Audio CD)

In British R&B, there are only a few artists that have succeeded recently. In the mid-90's the soulful diva Lisa Stansfield managed to maintain a career with such hits as "All Around the World" and "So Natural," but then faded away.
Now the scene is friendlier with strong acts like Craig David and the heavily remixed Mis-Teeq. Furthermore, Ms. Dynamite also managed to crack international ground with her debut. However, soulful and fully credible acts like the incomparable Conner Reeves and powerhouse diva Beverly Knight are often underrated and forgotten.
That's why when it comes to reviewing a UK R&B artist like the young Jamelia, one does not know if she will be misinterpreted as a fading pop act or a weighty soulstress.
Jamelia released her first album, Drama, in 2001, managing to establish a hit with the theatrical song "Money." She seemed like a product of a couple of producers and lyricists, but she did have the looks and, more importantly, the voice.
Jamelia is back now with an album that proves her presence and her knack for drop-beats. Not only does she have a potent voice, but she is a fine lyricist.
Her first single, "Superstar," took over the dance floors with its lip smacking melody and fun libretto. The second single is also a treat. "Thank You" is a perseverance anthem with references to a deteriorating relationship and spousal abuse, both emotional and physical.
The album is also rich on collaborations, with Rah Digga on the opener ""Bout," Bubba Sparxxx on "Club Hoppin'" and Asher D. on "Off Da Endz."
The album is unashamedly dance, without any infiltration of slow tunes. The tune "Dirty" sounds excruciatingly like the mastermind of the Neptunes, but surprisingly isn't. Also, "B.I.T.C.H.," which stands for beautiful, intelligent, talented, cool honey is reminder of the embrace of the word that was once used to demean women.
Thank You is a step forward in this young soul sister's career and an indication that all British R&B needs is a little attention to flourish.

21 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Deceptive copy protection prevents listening, May 6, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Thank You (Audio CD)

I would love to review the music, but unfortunately an
unethical publisher has made it impossible to play the
disc in any device without installation of their "copy
protection" software. Since I refuse to allow untrusted
companies to install software, I can't listen to the
music. The publisher (EMI) should know better. They
shouldn't want to be in the software business. A disclaimer
on the disc package claims that I have no recourse, either.
Since I bought it, they claim its not their fault that I
can't use it.

Amazon should share some blame. There is no mention of
this restriction anywhere in the description of the album.

It is absolutely unethical to force the installation of
"protection" software from a music CD. I would strongly
recommend AGAINST purchase of this or any other title
distributed in this way.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Jamelia, the newst version, March 10, 2004

By 

Justin Omri Royce (Huntington, WV USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Thank You (Audio CD)

I first heard "Superstar" and I knew I was in love with Jamelia. I tried for months to get her new album but I couldn't find it. So I finally got the newst version which was recently released with an additional two songs and I love it!!! Every song is so good. Girl has mad talent. A must buy for those you love there pop r&b.