Hilary Duff [ENHANCED]

Hilary Duff

Product Details

• Audio CD (September 28, 2004)
• Original Release Date: September 28, 2004
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Enhanced
• Label: Hollywood Records
• ASIN: B0002TFZBI
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (600 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #13,402 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com

Even when Hilary Duff is at her most un-Lizzie McGuire-like, it's impossible not to like her, as she proves on this reinvention-themed, girl-grows-up album. Free her from the constraints of the teen-queen slumber party scene and she'll crank up the guitars and "Fly," as she does on the feel-good first single; give her a minute to reflect on life as a multi-hyphenate (in her case TV princess-movie star-pop goddess) and she'll come clean with "Underneath This Smile," an introspective winner not lacking--and yet not reaching--for sunshine, or "Who's That Girl," an unapologetic embrace of self-contradiction. Songwriters Diane Warren ("I Am") and Charlie Midnight, whose contributions to Duff's last album don't seem so yesterday as yet, pitch in, as does Hilary's star-in-her-own-right sister Haylie (the boyfriend-blasting "Mr. James Dean"). If there's evidence of the mixed-up lovable kook millions of teens once modeled themselves after here, it is only in the title: Hilary Duff may be the follow-up to the 5 million-selling Metamorphosis, but the real metamorphosis for Miss Duff takes place here. --Tammy La Gorce

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Blown Away!, October 1, 2004

By	Steve (Wisconsin) - See all my reviews

I thought that Metamorphosis was good, but it's almost nothing compared to this album. This album has a much darker rock feel to it and the lyrics are deeper, which makes it so much better. I can't believe how much Hilary Duff's music has grown over time. If she keeps this stuff up she is sure to be around for a long time! Keep it up Duff!
*Fav. track is Dangerous to Know and Mr. James Dean - they rock

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars She does what an artist should do...., October 1, 2004

By	irnmtn25 (Colonial Heights, VA) - See all my reviews

With this album, Hilary Duff has done what so many other artists fail to do on a sophomore outing. She made a BETTER album than her first! FLY has to be one of the best songs out there right now. The tune is so catchy and meaningful, it just automatically screams HIT! Other songs on the album, such as DANGEROUS TO KNOW, are excellent because they are a bit more on the rock side, and they showcase Hilary's ability to turn up the heat a notch.

Hilary Duff is a great artist for both kids and adults. I think she has a good voice that will just get better with time, and I appreciate how she has fun, but keeps things clean. She has a natural sweetness and sex appeal about her, hopefully, she won't go the route of Britney and Christina. Keep on rockin', Hilary!

40 of 51 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Much Better effort., January 7, 2005

By	J. Humphreville "Compulsive CD Buyer" (Antioch, TN) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Hilary Duff's sophmore album does have its ups and downs however this album shows growth in many ways.
Overall the song choice is better than her first. You will never convince me that this is a more "rock" album as it is simply a fun pop cd. She has decided to make music that it seems she enjoys rather than what the average viewer of her tv show might enjoy, while not abandoning that audience.
There are far less computer effects and alterations on this album than on the first. Hilary is not a great singer. On her first album this was hidden under layers of touch ups. On this album, you can tell she worked on her vocals and the result is an album where we finally hear her sing without many aids. There are a few bum notes even on the album, but that is a far better way to go than the way of her former album.
As I said the song selection is superior. The true standout track for me and it seems many other reviwers is "The Getaway". This song is the best so far in her short career. Its is catchy and somewhat raw. Very enjoyable. I also enjoy "Weird" for its over the top chorus and overall likablity. The dramatics of "Who's That Girl" are very good as well. Maybe having an acteress sing is a good thing. She can make you feel. Other highlights include "Rock This World" and the much hyped "Haters."
I would say fans of Hilary are constantly growing. And she seems to be growing with them. I dont see any reason that she can not transition from tween sensation to a true pop star for all ages.