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Track Listings
| 1. Give It to Me Right |
| 2. Bang Bang |
| 3. Monday Morning |
| 4. Please Don't Go (Cry Baby) |
| 5. Ay Yo |
| 6. Walk on By |
| 7. You Stop My Heart |
| 8. Johnny [Edit][Version] |
| 9. Sad Songs |
| 10. Priceless |
| 11. It Kills Me |
| 12. Teach Him |
Editorial Reviews
2009 release from the Canadian R&B singer/songwriter. Melanie's music is an eclectic yet glossy mix of tributes to the past and contemporary R&B. Even before she released an album, she impressed Kanye West enough to be invited to be the opening act during Kanye's 2008 European tour! Universal.
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32 of 32 people found the following review helpful
By Geminigirl
Format:MP3 Music
I had been anticipating this album since the early summer release of the lead single, GIVE IT TO ME RIGHT and due to the push back of her release date (what is this the 4th?) I got scared that IDJ would do to Melanie what they did to Amerie and only release it overseas so I bought a copy from Amazon UK at a reasonable price.
It is a shame that Melanie hasn't gotten much shine on any morning shows or late night talk shows BUT what she has gotten is a chance to tour with Kanye this summer and has posted a few stunning live performance on YOU TUBE which gives listeners a chance to hear her stunning range.
The producers went for a certain throwback sound in producing this thematic album. The songs work well with her voice but my fear is that those who don't sample the tracks first may be deceived because the two singles released aren't representative of the whole album. Most of the tunes sound very much like nu-school Motown/Supremes tracks which lends cohesion but given the failure of a similarly presented album by Solange Knowles in the US, I'm not sure how well received Melanie Fiona's debut will be.
Having had the chance to listen to it a few times I think it's a good debut - it displays her vocal range and has a few memorable tracks, namely: GIVE IT TO ME RIGHT, G.A.M. (GROWN ASS MAN - only released on the import version), IT KILLS ME, BANG BANG, PRICELESS, MONDAY MORNING & YOU STOP MY HEART.
It is a shame that Melanie hasn't gotten much shine on any morning shows or late night talk shows BUT what she has gotten is a chance to tour with Kanye this summer and has posted a few stunning live performance on YOU TUBE which gives listeners a chance to hear her stunning range.
The producers went for a certain throwback sound in producing this thematic album. The songs work well with her voice but my fear is that those who don't sample the tracks first may be deceived because the two singles released aren't representative of the whole album. Most of the tunes sound very much like nu-school Motown/Supremes tracks which lends cohesion but given the failure of a similarly presented album by Solange Knowles in the US, I'm not sure how well received Melanie Fiona's debut will be.
Having had the chance to listen to it a few times I think it's a good debut - it displays her vocal range and has a few memorable tracks, namely: GIVE IT TO ME RIGHT, G.A.M. (GROWN ASS MAN - only released on the import version), IT KILLS ME, BANG BANG, PRICELESS, MONDAY MORNING & YOU STOP MY HEART.
17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
By ororo monroe
Format:Audio CD
I love the hell out of this cd. Melanie has a voice out of this world and the songs were not the typical everyday songs that you hear on the radio.. It's nice to see real talent sing real songs.
This cd makes you nod your head and pat the steering wheel. Great cd!!!!!! The people who may not like are the ones who only get into "ass dropping on the dancefloor" music, or may think "Pop dat Coochie" was robbed of a Grammy. LOL.
Get real! This is real talent at its finest. "Learn it, love it, live it!"
This cd makes you nod your head and pat the steering wheel. Great cd!!!!!! The people who may not like are the ones who only get into "ass dropping on the dancefloor" music, or may think "Pop dat Coochie" was robbed of a Grammy. LOL.
Get real! This is real talent at its finest. "Learn it, love it, live it!"
14 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:MP3 Music
It took me a few listens for me to get into the album. It was not something I loved on first listen. Partially due to the fact that the two leading singles are not representative of the sound of the album. Do not expect to hear a contemporary R&B album. Listening to the other tracks was reminiscent of Amy Winehouse's "Back to Black" album. However, Melanie doesn't quite master it as well as Amy was able to. Her voice is not the strongest but has to be one of the most pleasant ones currently out there today. My favorites track on the album "You Stop My Heart" meshes the backing vocals with her voice brilliantly. It's almost as though you're listening to an R&B lullaby. I believe this album has something for everyone and could be enjoyed by all ages. The Bridge has that sort of classic sound that will appeal to an older crowd, yet is still modern enough to be enjoyed by the top 40 listeners.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Melanie has pipes!
I got this CD after hearing the first cut as TV filler. Great production and perfect singing. The remainder of the songs are high quality but Melanie needs to stretch out a bit... Read more
Published 10 days ago by W. Julian Morrell
5.0 out of 5 stars
Beautiful Debut Album
I loved Melanie Fiona after hearing the sexy "Give It To Me Right", which uses The Zombies "Time of the Season" beat. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mrs. Glam
2.0 out of 5 stars
Only one good song.
Her second album is much better this one was confusing. Some songs sounded bluesy some were like 50s doowop. Just not very good.
Published 1 month ago by Jennifer Hood
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great!
I got this album because I liked Melanie. She didn't disappoint me. Her album is inspiring and recommend it to everyone.
Published 2 months ago by Stealth
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful
Melanie Fiona is so so underrated. She's full of pure talent and can damn near sing anything. I bought this album for $5. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Charles Davis
5.0 out of 5 stars
excellent
It was everything I expected and more. It was brand new in the wrapping and a real original cd. I'm beyond pleased.
Published 3 months ago by Ju Ju
3.0 out of 5 stars
Okay not Great
There are about two songs on this cd that are okay to me. I like the one that has an old Motown feel to it "Cry Baby" and the other one got a lot of airplay but I was not... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Music Lover
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Freshman Album
It's unfortunate the amount of times this album was pushed back. It's unfortunate when talented people get shafted for whatever reason. But I highly enjoyed this album. Read more
Published 9 months ago by aries_BLU
5.0 out of 5 stars
A tisket, a tasket, there's a different sort of vibe filling up my...
Maybe I'm growing up and my horizons are expanding, but in the past, there was a certain type of music that I would have ignored if I had heard it first. Read more
Published 15 months ago by D. Baker
1.0 out of 5 stars
It kills me that i had purchased this album
Unfortunately this album fell flat, big time. I wish i had listen to a sample of the album before purchasing. Read more
Published 16 months ago by lishamarie3
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