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Willa Was Here

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There's more to Amanda Williford (no, Willa Ford isn't her real name) than being Nick Carter's ex-girlfriend and making a sorry guest spot on the short-lived "Raising Dad". She has a very good singing voice, and she also has a unique style about herself (dress and subject matter).

If you're looking for a Britney Spears or Mandy Moore-esque album, then look somewhere else. Willa tells us straight off that she's not about that on "Tired", even though that song could use a rewrite or two. The only other thing most people know about her is her nasty-girl image, as shown on the hit "I Wanna Be Bad" (though that song features a very generic rap from Royce Da 5'9"); her nasty side continues to show on "Don't You Wish" and "Ooh Ooh". She cuts a cheatin' man loose on "Did Ya Understand That", but on "Tender", the only slow jam, she adequately explains actions like that.

Sometimes Willa's style may not be relatable to many people, particularly the last two songs ("Haunted Heart" and "Dare"), but as I said before, her style is unique (eerie, perhaps). "Prince Charming" is good until she starts giving shout-outs, and the bridges to "Don't You Wish" and "Joke's On You" sound a little off-key. But this album still deserves a listen. It's not exactly one of those rush-out-and-get-it albums, but it's worth a listen.

I'm sorry, but to all the people out there who doubted Willa's talent, this album has proved each and every one of you wrong. This is a very good album with a lot of power and promise. I've followed Willa's career for a year and a half now. While everyone else was saying that her first single "I Wanna Be Bad" would never make it to the Top 40, I was singing right along!

Sure, she might have played a Backstreet Boy (and taken his TV), but it doesn't mean everyone should go around saying nasty things about her. She's done a few things I wouldn't do, but she is a very talented writer with an impressive debut CD.

Now,my review of this WONDERFUL CD!:

1. I Wanna Be Bad: For all those of you who have not heard the song, BUY THIS CD AND LISTEN TO IT! The track on here is the rap version feat. Royce. Her debut single is edgy, promiscuous and FUN! 5 Stars.

2. Did Ya' Understand That: Sort of R&B-themed and very defiant, this song goes right ahead, tells another exactly what she thinks of 'em and says she wants no more to do with them. 5 stars.

3. Ooh Ooh: It took a very long time for this to grow on me, but the jazziness is infectious and the breathy lyrics are beautiful.

4. Tired: What a song, what a song! "Tired of the blondes that look like me, tired of the people sayin' 'Britney' Tired of the pop that should flop and should never be on TV and in your teen magazines." This song, almost rap and opposed to pop, outright disses her predecessors, her famous ex, ("Shame, it's the game you play for fame, but give it some time, you won't remember their names.") and goes on to tell just the kind of girl Amanda Williford is. 5 stars.

5. Joke's On You: My second favorite of the album. So easy to dance to, so much fun to listen to, and such a remarkable amount of girl power! I have a feeling who this is dedicated to, as well, but we won't go there. 5 stars.

6. Tender: Keep moving.

7. Don't You Wish: Sounding seductive and fresh, Willa tries a little opera near the end (Bravo! Bravo!), and sweetly serenades her Prince Charming. 5 stars.

8. Prince Charming: With all the catchy rap sections, the updated fairy tale theme, and the amount of playfulness of the song, I really can call it nothing but brilliant. 5 stars.

9. Somebody Take The Pain Away: Very good song, but not her best. 4 stars.

10. Haunted Heart: Very catchy and extremely pro-girl power. 4.5 stars.

11. Dare: It isn't a favorite, but it's fun to dance to and easy to listen to. 4 stars.

12. All the Right Moves: Not putting this on the American release was a bad choice, it has Willa's signature flirtatiousness and clever lyrics. It has a wonderful dance beat and catchy lyrics such as "you're playing with my passion.. why must true love be my reaction?" It sounds a little Britney-ish, but it works well for Willa.

All in all, it's a WONDERFULL album with a few dull tracks. An above average, memorable pop debut. Don't write her off as a wannabe pop princess until you give the album a try.

She is the best female vocalist that has came out in a LONG time~ SHe definitley has a huge musical future that's ONLY beginning~

1. I Wanna Be Bad- Ya know that lil voice inside ur head that every once in a while goes "I wanna be bad?" This song brings out that voice~ Great song to sing and dance to~

2. Did Ya' Understand That- Have u ever wondered why u liked or stayed w/ that loser guy that u didnt need? Willa understands that this guy is no good and she no longer needs him! So she tells him how it is~ A great girl power song~

3. Ooh Ooh- This song will get stuck in your head! Fun song~

4. Tired- She really expresses her views on this song~

5. This song is awesome! She's telling this guy he thought he was so sly but she was messing around too!

6. Tender- She shows a softer side in this song. Every girl should be able to relate at leats a lil bit to this song~

7. Don't You Wish- This song isnt one of my favorites but I like it!

8. Prince Charming- This is a cute song about finding ur one Prince Charming~ Nice beat and lyrics!

9. Somebody Take The Pain Away- It's a great song! Listen to the lyrics. There was pain behind this song. It related to me w/ a certain ending of a relationship.

10. Haunted Heart- It has a cool beat to it!

11. Dare- Really fun song~

I think EVERYONE should own this CD!~ I LOVE it~

'Willa Was Here' is easily one of the worst CDs I have ever heard. It is overproduced, run-of-the-mill, cliched, low-quality teenybopper pop accompanied by the most annoying, untrained, screeching voice I've ever heard. The lyrics are downright silly (not "bad" at all!) and no amount of computer regurgitation can make Willa's "singing" even listenable. I felt embarrassed for Ms. Ford just listening to this horrible mess.

Mind you, I didn't purchase this -- I downloaded it to see if she was really worth all the hype she's getting. Two words for the thinking public -- DON'T BUY.

She can't sing. Her songwriting skills are limited. Her claim to fame is that she dated a pop singer who used his clout to get her a recording contract. When her lack of talent cost her that contract, she signed with a new label, took over a year to come up with a new CD, and here is the result: a bitter, pathetic attempt to be "cool" by being "bad." Willa, the joke's on you. You want to sound different but you sound just like everyone else. [....]

Alright, I know everybody makes fun of Willa for acting just the way she says she hates, and dating Nick Carter, and all that, but you have to give credit where credit is due. Her album "Willa Was Here" has some really catchy pop beats, decents vocals, and overall good songs. Yeah, it sounds like Britney Spears, so what? It's a good CD, and should be reviewed according to the music, not Willa's personal life and flings with boy band members. Yes, all of her songs sound pretty much the same, but hey, why change a good thing?

1. I Wanna Be Bad - A really catchy song. It's got a great hook, and the vocals are moderatly good. 10/10
2. Did Ya' Understand That - Not as good as I Wanna Be Bad, but decent. It sounds more R&B that pop, which is cool. 7/10
3. Ooh Ooh - Great vocals, and a good beat. Lacks that bang that's required to be a hit, though. 7/10
4. Tired - My 2nd favorite song. (#1 is I Wanna Be Bad) It's got a super-catchy tune, and the lyrics are great. 10/10
5. Joke's On You - Really mechanical sounding, which I guess is what pop is all about. It's fun, though, and has a great beat. 9/10
6. Tender - The first ballad sounds like a filler track to me. It's not just beautiful like great ballads are. Just sort of, blah. 6/10
7. Don't You Wish - Another really good song. It's catchy, and is great for dancing to. 9/10
8. Prince Charming - This one, yet again, has a great beat. The lyrics are about as corny as possible, but the vocals are okay. 8/10
9.Somebody Take the Pain Away - A really generic pop song. It's got a beautiful intro. Good, but not great. 7/10
10. Haunted Heart - I really like this song. It sounds like a song from Britney Spears' "Britney" album. It's all-around catchy. 9/10
11. Dare - This song is typical of the last song. It's sort of a filler, but not quite. This one is good enough. I listen to it sometimes. 7/10

Overall, Willa's CD is perfect for pop fans. Remember, think about the music, not Willa herself. Overall Rating: 8/10

im willas fan. i think she is a great writer, she does not write about butterflies, candy,or stupid things like that ones. she writes real lyrics. my faves songs are all them all have a meaning 4 everyone. believe me they got one. i wanna be bad was the first single. its a great song. is so cool. now the new single is did ya understand that is a song about a girl telling a guy that she dont want him anymore that she is tired of him. great song, rea lyrics in it.

willas voice is great. in i wanna be bad she does not show it but songs like somebody take the pain away or tender or jokes on u or ohoh she really shows that she knows how to sing.

ppl is anti listening to willa bc she was nicks girl. thats stupid. im a bsb fan and a willa fan. just lil girls that love nick carter, hate willa.(thats really stupid) willa is a true artist.

THIS CD IS GREAT BUY IT IF U DONT HAVE IT, BC IT IS GREAT. IT TALKS ABOUT REAL LIFE.

Being a dedicaterd Willa fan for 2 years this album was totally worth it. Im not just sayign that because Im a fan but this CD is awesome if you like pop, hip pop, or r&b. Okay lets begin!

I Wanna Be Bad- Everyone had heard thos song by now. It is really catchy, well produced. Willa wrote this song. It doesn't show off her vocals as well as some other songs do. Did Ya Understand That? - Willa also wrote this. This is a catchy urban girl- power type song. A theme you will find a lot of this CD. This is her confirmed next single. It is a very fast up-tempo.

Ooh Ooh- This song shows Willa's vocal and writing talent off well. Well you know those mouse high notes you only hear Mariah doing? Well Willa does them and hold them for a long time on this song. It is a little slower than the previous 2 but still an up-tempo.

Tired- This is kinds like "The Real Slim Shady" of the album. It talks about how pop music is becoming all the same and bland. It also talks about how the industry tries to screw you over. "Manufacted? This is now the pop industy. I know cause they tried to do it to me. Don't let them take away your eyes. Stop the sweet talk and lies" A very catchy up tempo!

Jokes On You- A very girl power up tempo. Very R&B. "Everytime you thought I would be true and everytime you played around I did too. Well baby now I guess the jokes on you." Willa also wrote this. Her vocals are very full on this song and powerful.

Tender- This is the only song Willa did not write on the album. Its the big ballad of the CD. It is on the Spyder Games Soundtrack. It is very pretty and it shows Willa's vocals very nicely. A cute pop ballad.

Don't You Wish- This is Willa's fav song on the CD> It is very catchy. It is an up- tempo. Not very girl powerish though. It one of those crush songs.

Prince Charming- This is an up-tempo.Sounds a lot like a Britney Spears song but a lot more urban. Willa does a lil rapping on this. This song is about Willa's ideal man. She names a few in here including Kobe Bryant, Mattt Damon, Leo, and Sisqo.

Somebody Take The Pain Away- To the Willa fans this song is very old but good. This was the first song Willa recorded for this album. It uses a sample in the beginning. Willa does some operah towards the end. The title sounds like a ballad but it is actually a refreshing up-tempo.

Haunted Heart- This is a mid -tempo, kinda ballad song. Willa says the lyrics mean a lot to her. The lyrics are beautiful. Willa's vocals are soft and breathy on this track.

Dare- This song is an up-tempo. The only one Im not too sure about. It is half good. Its very diffrent.

All in all I know a lot of people (mainly BSB fans) are gonna say this album sucks and I guarente they will bring Nick into it just watch. Well all I have to say is it figures fans of a boyband would care about who dates who rather than the music. When it comes down to it let this msuic speak for itself. In my opinion this album is refreshing because it gives hope that pop music will change for the better and pop artist will start writing their own music.

This CD is nothing the average pop fan hasn't heard. The only difference is that, rather than going to a professional songwriter, Willa Ford wrote her own cheesy pop lyrics.

Her voice is nothing to jump about; she can barely handle her own simple melodies. And when she blatantly goes off-pitch in Joke's On You and Dare, you can do nothing but laugh.

And in Tired, the self-glorifying egomaniac's theme song, the line "One hit wonder melodies who cannot sing a note," seems to be more autobiographical than anything else. Lets hope the title is prophetic, and that Willa will be a thing of the past REAL soon.

This album is great.Here are my ratings of each song.

1.I wanna be bad[feat royce]-5/5. 2.Did ya understand that-5/5.
3.Ooh ooh-3/5.
4.Tired-5/5.
5.Joke's on you-5/5.
6.Tender-4.5/5.
7.Don't you wish-5/5.
8.Prince charming-5/5.
9.Somebody take the pain away-5/5.
10.Haunted heart-4.5/5.
11.Dare-5/5.
12.All the right moves-5/5.[Bonus track]

This album is the best.It is awesome.