デビューアルバムの前作「One of The Boys」は、シングルカットした5枚のうち3枚がTop10入りし2ndシングル「I Kissed a Girl」は7週連続首位を獲得するなど、アルバム自体も大ヒットを記録した。
否が応にも注目が集まるそんなプレッシャーの中で作られた2枚目のアルバム「Teenage Dream」。
多くのアーティストが大ヒットの後の作品ともなると力が入りすぎて、結果的に凡庸な作品になったりしがちなので、期待半分不安半分、そんな思いで聴いてみた。
早くも2ndシングルとなった一曲目のタイトルトラック「Teenage Dream」でその半分の不安は期待へと変わる、リードトラックに相応しい力強い作品。
そして先行シングルとして発売され大ヒット中の3曲目「Carifornia Gurls」。
最初聴いたときは在り来りな今流行のダンスチューンでそんなにいい曲とは思わなかったが、何度か聴いているうちに自然にサビの部分で口付さんでしまうような、中毒性のある曲。
アルバムの中の曲として聴いてみると既に何度も聴いているせいもあるのだろうがこの曲が際立っている。
前半の5〜6曲まではそれぞれ個性があり、惹きつけるものがあるのだが、後半になると何故か飽きてしまう。耳に残らなかった。
あと、クレジット表記はないが輸入通常アメリカ盤には2曲Hidden Track(Remix)が収録されており、楽曲自体が悪いわけではないのだが、それが却ってアルバムのトータルバランスを乱してるような気がした。
Hidden Trackを切って、後半にガツンとインパクトのある曲、またはバラードでもあと1〜2曲入れてくれたら(もしくは差し替え)、アルバムとしてはかなり完成度の高いものになっていたのではないかと思う。ただ後半の楽曲それぞれ悪いわけではなく、捨て曲というわけではない。シングルカットされることで輝く曲もあると思う。
退屈に思えた後半も、アルバム全体を聴きこんでいくことで評価が変わってくるかもしれない。
前作以上に実力をつけ、成長・進化し続けているKaty。それをこのアルバムでしっかり感じ取ることができる。
今後も目が離せないアーティストであることは間違いない。
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| 仕様 | 価格 | 新品 | 中古品 |
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CD, 2010/11/18
"もう一度試してください。" | 1枚組 |
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| ¥7,377 | ¥400 |
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CD, CD, インポート, 2010/8/30
"もう一度試してください。" | CD, インポート |
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| — | ¥198 |
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曲目リスト
| 1 | Teenage Dream - Katy Perry |
| 2 | Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.) - Katy Perry |
| 3 | California Gurls (feat. Snoop Dogg) - Katy Perry |
| 4 | Firework - Katy Perry |
| 5 | Peacock - Katy Perry |
| 6 | Circle The Drain - Katy Perry |
| 7 | The One That Got Away - Katy Perry |
| 8 | E.T. - Katy Perry |
| 9 | Who Am I Living For? - Katy Perry |
| 10 | Pearl - Katy Perry |
| 11 | Hummingbird Heartbeat - Katy Perry |
| 12 | Not Like The Movies - Katy Perry |
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TEENAGE DREAM 2010 sophomore album from the American Pop princess. After scoring four smash singles off her five million elling 2008 debut album One of the Boys, two-time Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Katy Perry returns with her second album Teenage Dream. Featuring the world record breaking summer smash 'California Gurls' (with Snoop Dogg). EMI.
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- 製品サイズ : 12.5 x 14.2 x 1.19 cm; 100.07 g
- メーカー : Capitol
- EAN : 5099968460129
- 商品モデル番号 : MCD-KPERRY
- オリジナル盤発売日 : 2010
- レーベル : Capitol
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上位レビュー、対象国: 日本
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2010年9月1日に日本でレビュー済み
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前作One of the Boysは、30代の私にはバブルガム(子どもっぽい)な感じで、
アヴリル・ラヴィーンの二番煎じのような印象を受けたのですが、
今作は大人が聴いても十分にノレる曲が多く、
買って正解でした。
M3のCalifornia Gurlsに代表されるように、
今作は初めて聴いても歌って踊れるような
ポップチューンが多く、
聴いていると自然と曲に合わせて体を揺らしてしまいます。
前半6曲は「素晴らしい!」のひと言です。
また、今作では前作にも増してケイティの歌唱力が際立っているような
気がします。
特に、M9はケイティの歌唱力が存分に発揮されています。
M5は曲の前半はグウェン・ステファニー、
サビ直前はクリスティーナ・アギレラのように聞こえるのですが、
これって私だけ?
ただ、他のレビューにもありましたが、
後半は前半6曲に比べると失速した感が否めないです。
おとなしい曲が多いからかな。
ちなみに、M8は昔懐かしい
ロシア出身のお騒がせデュオ、
TATOOのデビュー曲にかなり似ていると思うのですが…
でも、前半の素晴らしさは後半の失速感を
補って余りあるほどなので、
California Gurlsを聴いてケイティのことが気になっている方には
ぜひおすすめしたいです。
かく言う私も、そんなリスナーのひとりでしたから。
アヴリル・ラヴィーンの二番煎じのような印象を受けたのですが、
今作は大人が聴いても十分にノレる曲が多く、
買って正解でした。
M3のCalifornia Gurlsに代表されるように、
今作は初めて聴いても歌って踊れるような
ポップチューンが多く、
聴いていると自然と曲に合わせて体を揺らしてしまいます。
前半6曲は「素晴らしい!」のひと言です。
また、今作では前作にも増してケイティの歌唱力が際立っているような
気がします。
特に、M9はケイティの歌唱力が存分に発揮されています。
M5は曲の前半はグウェン・ステファニー、
サビ直前はクリスティーナ・アギレラのように聞こえるのですが、
これって私だけ?
ただ、他のレビューにもありましたが、
後半は前半6曲に比べると失速した感が否めないです。
おとなしい曲が多いからかな。
ちなみに、M8は昔懐かしい
ロシア出身のお騒がせデュオ、
TATOOのデビュー曲にかなり似ていると思うのですが…
でも、前半の素晴らしさは後半の失速感を
補って余りあるほどなので、
California Gurlsを聴いてケイティのことが気になっている方には
ぜひおすすめしたいです。
かく言う私も、そんなリスナーのひとりでしたから。
VINEメンバー
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2010年、二人の女性アーティストが大活躍した一年でした。レディ-ガガとこのケイティペリーのことです。
二人には共通点がありともに現在24歳、作詞作曲を手がけビジュアル面も大変優れており若くして完成された女性アーティストたちですね。
現在全米チャートの1位を疾走中の「CaliforniaGurls」のPVのインパクトでたちまち夢中になってしまった今日この頃…
マリリンモンロー、マドンナを意識したであろうこのアルバムジャケットは冗談というか憧れというか…
ただセックスシンボルと呼ぶにはまだまだ変態度が足りないなこの人は
レディ-ガガが”陰”とすればカリフォルニア出身のケイティペリーは”陽”というイメージですが
ビジュアル面の過激さやオリジナリティでガガに軍配が上がっているのがそのまま知名度やセ-ルスにも比例している気がします。
ゴスペルが下地にあるという歌唱力やPVで披露するダンスやビジュアル面は溢れる才能を感じずにはいられません。
過激な歌詞も個性のようで”PARENTAL ADVISORY EXPLICIT LYRICS”のマークがついていますね
80年代ポップ(幼少時モロに聴いて育った世代と思われ)、テクノ、Hip/Hopやクイーン、マドンナなんかの影響下にあり、そのマドンナからも関心を持たれているそうだ。
「CaliforniaGurls」がおバカ全開である一方、タイトル曲の「TeenageDream」はきわめてまっとうな10代の恋心を歌っており普通の女の子の一面もみせてくれます。大変良い曲でこの曲も全米1位獲得しそうな勢いです。
ただ、全12曲よくできたアルバムではあるがあのPVがなければ果たしてここまで話題になっていたかは疑問。PVの力がセールスを後押しする手法は、あの80年代のMTVの頃と同じといってよいでしょう(これもレディガガとの共通点)。
CDを開封すると芳香剤(サーフィンに使用するワックスの匂い?)の香りがする仕様になっています。カリフォルニアをイメージさせるというかティーンズが喜ぶというか、つい微笑んでしまいました^^
今後の期待を込めつつ星☆四つ
二人には共通点がありともに現在24歳、作詞作曲を手がけビジュアル面も大変優れており若くして完成された女性アーティストたちですね。
現在全米チャートの1位を疾走中の「CaliforniaGurls」のPVのインパクトでたちまち夢中になってしまった今日この頃…
マリリンモンロー、マドンナを意識したであろうこのアルバムジャケットは冗談というか憧れというか…
ただセックスシンボルと呼ぶにはまだまだ変態度が足りないなこの人は
レディ-ガガが”陰”とすればカリフォルニア出身のケイティペリーは”陽”というイメージですが
ビジュアル面の過激さやオリジナリティでガガに軍配が上がっているのがそのまま知名度やセ-ルスにも比例している気がします。
ゴスペルが下地にあるという歌唱力やPVで披露するダンスやビジュアル面は溢れる才能を感じずにはいられません。
過激な歌詞も個性のようで”PARENTAL ADVISORY EXPLICIT LYRICS”のマークがついていますね
80年代ポップ(幼少時モロに聴いて育った世代と思われ)、テクノ、Hip/Hopやクイーン、マドンナなんかの影響下にあり、そのマドンナからも関心を持たれているそうだ。
「CaliforniaGurls」がおバカ全開である一方、タイトル曲の「TeenageDream」はきわめてまっとうな10代の恋心を歌っており普通の女の子の一面もみせてくれます。大変良い曲でこの曲も全米1位獲得しそうな勢いです。
ただ、全12曲よくできたアルバムではあるがあのPVがなければ果たしてここまで話題になっていたかは疑問。PVの力がセールスを後押しする手法は、あの80年代のMTVの頃と同じといってよいでしょう(これもレディガガとの共通点)。
CDを開封すると芳香剤(サーフィンに使用するワックスの匂い?)の香りがする仕様になっています。カリフォルニアをイメージさせるというかティーンズが喜ぶというか、つい微笑んでしまいました^^
今後の期待を込めつつ星☆四つ
2017年1月9日に日本でレビュー済み
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既にスーパースターになっている彼女だが、このアルバムでもその才能に驚かされる。ヒットシングルが多数なので説明不要かもしれないが、耳に残る曲ばかりだ。
2016年6月2日に日本でレビュー済み
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ポップだけど、ケイティの歌がうまいのでずっと聴いていられる!ドライブに最高です。ジャケットも可愛くて◎
2012年10月2日に日本でレビュー済み
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内容のすばらしさは、既に投稿されたレビューにお任せするとして、
私が気に入ったのは、輸入版なのに、歌詞カードがついているところでした。うれしいです。
個人的に好きなPart of meもあればよかったので、やっぱりComplete Editionを
買うべきだったかな、と若干後悔するものの、この通常版でも、十分聞きごたえが
あるので、良しとします。
私が気に入ったのは、輸入版なのに、歌詞カードがついているところでした。うれしいです。
個人的に好きなPart of meもあればよかったので、やっぱりComplete Editionを
買うべきだったかな、と若干後悔するものの、この通常版でも、十分聞きごたえが
あるので、良しとします。
2014年5月30日に日本でレビュー済み
Amazonで購入
飽きのこないいい作品です。いつも聴いています。ケイティー大好き(๑≧౪≦)
2011年1月3日に日本でレビュー済み
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Katy Perry で色々検索しているうちに、同じCDでも"Clean" と表示されているのもと"Explicit"と表示されているものが
あるので、???と思って両方買ってみて聴き比べてみました。そして「ああなるほど」と思いました。
"Clean"の表示のあるものは、ちょっと過激な言葉を削ってあるのです。
ちなみに日本版のものは"Explicit"のようで、過激な言葉もそのままになっているようです。
どこがどう違うのか、聴き比べてみると面白いですよ。
あるので、???と思って両方買ってみて聴き比べてみました。そして「ああなるほど」と思いました。
"Clean"の表示のあるものは、ちょっと過激な言葉を削ってあるのです。
ちなみに日本版のものは"Explicit"のようで、過激な言葉もそのままになっているようです。
どこがどう違うのか、聴き比べてみると面白いですよ。
他の国からのトップレビュー
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5つ星のうち5.0
Lots of sugar & spice - evades sophomore slump
2010年8月31日にアメリカ合衆国でレビュー済みAmazonで購入
Katy Perry evades the sophomore slump by pulling all the stops with her new record Teenage Dream, filled with hugely infectious hooks, massive choruses and unforgettable melodies. Perry addresses love, teenage years, break-up, overnight blurs, insecurities and of course, sex.
After the immediate success of `I Kissed a Girl' and the release of One of the Boys, Perry had to watch her every musical step to avoid being labeled as a one hit wonder. Her sophomore effort saves her from being mislabeled, and turns her into an absolute star.
Even though it seems calculated and manufactured to appeal to the masses, it has a lot of personality and attitude. There are no duds, no fillers; every track has single potential. It is solid; regardless of it being mostly sugary and candy-coated, it still has a particular acerbic taste. It is well balanced. Dr. Luke brought the best of his downright best. Stargate pole-vaulted outside of the box with his production, contributing with an effervescent sparkle. Tricky Stewart worked magic wonders; his production was enormously shocking and unexpected.
`Teenage Dream' is all pop rock should be, with a guitar riff and a subtle dance beat which comes to light in full as the chorus fiercely kicks in; standing still is not an option. `Last Friday Night' picks up where `Waking up in Vegas' left off, and is turned into a weekly mischief; it interpolates a wah-wah guitar driven hook which then explodes in a sax solo after a beguiling T.G.I.F. chant. `California Gurls' is massively upbeat and carefree, enclosing all things summer; it is one of the record's most euphoric moments.
`Firework' is orchestra meets dance; Perry's vocals are unmatched in this, as they soar and sky-rocket explode; it is uplifting. It is interesting to note it apparently alludes to the motif of a plastic bag swirling in the air off American Beauty. `Peacock' is a cheerleader intrusion in the boys' locker room. It is rascally energetic and rather racy with its witty yet clear-cut lyrics, as Perry almost `bird' wails in the milieu of the song. It is an absorbing no-brainer; the production is beyond incredible.
The ferociously mordant `Circle the Drain' is not just a slap in the face; it is definitely a knock out. It falls between being a blend of rock, synthesizers, auto-tune, drums and mild pitch gymnastics. `E.T.' is a brilliant astrophysical metaphor and quite a percussion laser storm; the overall composition is ingenious; it almost could do for hip-hop.
`The One That Got Away' is a throbbing idyllic love let-go; musically it goes along the same vein of the title track. `Who Am I Living For?' is electrifying and clout, however bitter and finds Perry's range being shoved into a struggle with keeping the pitch and ultimately manages to (though with notable effort). `Pearl' is sinuously on the ball and cleverly written; it is a call out to women empower.
`Hummingbird Heartbeat' is what Perry should have called the album's obvious innuendo instead of the straightforward `Peacock'; Perry sings about spreading her wings to fly, finding the magic seed and sounding like a symphony when in perfect harmony; it is nearly impossible not to take it in a double sense; it is an outstanding poppy rock layered number. The album closes with `Not like the Movies', a piano driven ballad with faint drums, and crystal glass harp interpolation.
Teenage Dream is wonderfully written; most of the tracks follow a two-part progression pattern with resourcefully crafted metaphors. Aside the tongue in cheek lyrics and adolescent references, Perry achieves some sort of maturity in her songwriting. The album showcases a more vocally powerful Perry; most of the material is sung in a high range, which works for her two-fold, as it showcases her vocals, but also reveals her limitations to some degree.
Past its bouncy bittersweet numbers, and venture into more pop turf, the album does not murder nor neglect the sound of the preceding record and still incorporates it in the vibe of the new; it does not sell out exactly, but only meshes in with more pop, allowing Perry's foible and flirtatious personality to come afloat.
The record might seem to lack cohesiveness as Perry tries to keep it all on fun mode, until she addresses more serious matter. What holds the album together is the fact even the slow songs are indeed bangers; despite them being slow paced in comparison to the rest, they manage to uphold the spirited rhythm of the album in whole.
Teenage Dream is grand in all way possible. It may be many things at once, but not enough to be turned into a nightmare. It is composed of anthems, it is stellar, fantastic, and assorted, though it still heaves an exceptional consistency when it comes to themes. Katy Perry outdid herself and exceeded expectations; she just could not do wrong. Teenage Dream is a dream come true, or at least a dream one would not want to wake up from.
C.Perez
After the immediate success of `I Kissed a Girl' and the release of One of the Boys, Perry had to watch her every musical step to avoid being labeled as a one hit wonder. Her sophomore effort saves her from being mislabeled, and turns her into an absolute star.
Even though it seems calculated and manufactured to appeal to the masses, it has a lot of personality and attitude. There are no duds, no fillers; every track has single potential. It is solid; regardless of it being mostly sugary and candy-coated, it still has a particular acerbic taste. It is well balanced. Dr. Luke brought the best of his downright best. Stargate pole-vaulted outside of the box with his production, contributing with an effervescent sparkle. Tricky Stewart worked magic wonders; his production was enormously shocking and unexpected.
`Teenage Dream' is all pop rock should be, with a guitar riff and a subtle dance beat which comes to light in full as the chorus fiercely kicks in; standing still is not an option. `Last Friday Night' picks up where `Waking up in Vegas' left off, and is turned into a weekly mischief; it interpolates a wah-wah guitar driven hook which then explodes in a sax solo after a beguiling T.G.I.F. chant. `California Gurls' is massively upbeat and carefree, enclosing all things summer; it is one of the record's most euphoric moments.
`Firework' is orchestra meets dance; Perry's vocals are unmatched in this, as they soar and sky-rocket explode; it is uplifting. It is interesting to note it apparently alludes to the motif of a plastic bag swirling in the air off American Beauty. `Peacock' is a cheerleader intrusion in the boys' locker room. It is rascally energetic and rather racy with its witty yet clear-cut lyrics, as Perry almost `bird' wails in the milieu of the song. It is an absorbing no-brainer; the production is beyond incredible.
The ferociously mordant `Circle the Drain' is not just a slap in the face; it is definitely a knock out. It falls between being a blend of rock, synthesizers, auto-tune, drums and mild pitch gymnastics. `E.T.' is a brilliant astrophysical metaphor and quite a percussion laser storm; the overall composition is ingenious; it almost could do for hip-hop.
`The One That Got Away' is a throbbing idyllic love let-go; musically it goes along the same vein of the title track. `Who Am I Living For?' is electrifying and clout, however bitter and finds Perry's range being shoved into a struggle with keeping the pitch and ultimately manages to (though with notable effort). `Pearl' is sinuously on the ball and cleverly written; it is a call out to women empower.
`Hummingbird Heartbeat' is what Perry should have called the album's obvious innuendo instead of the straightforward `Peacock'; Perry sings about spreading her wings to fly, finding the magic seed and sounding like a symphony when in perfect harmony; it is nearly impossible not to take it in a double sense; it is an outstanding poppy rock layered number. The album closes with `Not like the Movies', a piano driven ballad with faint drums, and crystal glass harp interpolation.
Teenage Dream is wonderfully written; most of the tracks follow a two-part progression pattern with resourcefully crafted metaphors. Aside the tongue in cheek lyrics and adolescent references, Perry achieves some sort of maturity in her songwriting. The album showcases a more vocally powerful Perry; most of the material is sung in a high range, which works for her two-fold, as it showcases her vocals, but also reveals her limitations to some degree.
Past its bouncy bittersweet numbers, and venture into more pop turf, the album does not murder nor neglect the sound of the preceding record and still incorporates it in the vibe of the new; it does not sell out exactly, but only meshes in with more pop, allowing Perry's foible and flirtatious personality to come afloat.
The record might seem to lack cohesiveness as Perry tries to keep it all on fun mode, until she addresses more serious matter. What holds the album together is the fact even the slow songs are indeed bangers; despite them being slow paced in comparison to the rest, they manage to uphold the spirited rhythm of the album in whole.
Teenage Dream is grand in all way possible. It may be many things at once, but not enough to be turned into a nightmare. It is composed of anthems, it is stellar, fantastic, and assorted, though it still heaves an exceptional consistency when it comes to themes. Katy Perry outdid herself and exceeded expectations; she just could not do wrong. Teenage Dream is a dream come true, or at least a dream one would not want to wake up from.
C.Perez
Andrew Ellington
5つ星のうち4.0
Capitalizing on her promise, Mrs. Brand (that's you Katy) delivers an extremely solid sophomore effort!
2010年10月12日にアメリカ合衆国でレビュー済みAmazonで購入
I was wary about this album. I shouldn't have been. I really liked her debut album and despite her `trashy pop princess' persona, I indulge on Perry and her undeniable talent (she is far more than polished up gimmick, she has a voice). Still, I had heard a lot of negative things about this album and so I was scared that it failed to live up to my expectations. While it still isn't a perfect presentation (she suffers from her own playfulness at times), this album is just as good (if not a tad better) than her debut and has been playing on my stereo for the past few days none-stop, and I don't foresee it stopping any time soon.
The taste of this album is so sweet!
So, let's start with the singles. While a lot of people went crazy for `Teenage Dream', I'm not sold on it as much as everyone else. I actually don't like the sound of Perry's voice during the verses. It just comes off mousy and unappealing. I like the song, but it just fails to be `amazing'. I like the lyrical message, it's sweet and charming, but the presentation could be sharpened up in my opinion. `California Gurls' is still total LOVE in my eyes. I just think it's the perfect summer anthem, even if you're not from California! It's fun, fresh and exciting. Sure, they played it out and continue to OVERPLAY it on the radio, but when it's on I'm listening! `Firework' does what `Teenage Dream' couldn't do for me; it reaches that state of `awesome'. I love what Perry does with her vocals (the strain is beyond beautiful) and the overall uplifting spirit of the song is well worked and effective.
The albums only real low points fall on the `too childish' and the `too bland'. `Pearl' is just dull to me. Sure, it has a nice message and the lyrical structure is earnest, but the tracks construction is boring and too familiar. It sounds dated, and not in a good way. `Peacock' and `Last Friday Night' are typical teenage party songs, but they are a tad overly foolish for my taste. One could argue that they are fun, but I'm not a teenager and so I don't find them as exciting as they may.
Oh well, they can't all be as epically great as `E.T.' (yes, that song is out of this world good!).
`Hummingbird Heartbeat' is fun and memorable even if it has an early 90's pop vibe going on. It just bounces so nicely in your head. I love the chorus, very catchy and engaging. Seriously, Perry's voice has matured and really takes over this album. `The One That Got Away' has a nice tone to it, even if it is a tad forgettable. I like it, and I never skip it (to be honest, I don't skip ANY song here, even the three that fail to impress me).
For me, Perry's more seriously toned tracks are her best. `Who Am I Living For?' and `Circle the Drain' are brilliant. `Circle the Drain' is (without hesitation) my favorite track on the album. Written for her ex-boyfriend Travis McCoy, the song is very personal and very direct, speaking of the weight that addiction has on an entire relationship and the strength it takes to finally walk away from that situation. The song is brutally honest and hits you where it counts. `Who Am I Living For?' carries a similar musicality to it, dark and eerie almost. Perry's vocals are astonishing here, she almost reaches Christina Aguilera heights (just listen and tell me I'm wrong...the deep tones she captures here are very reminiscent of Aguilera). `Not Like The Movies' is a soft and gentle way to close the album, and it works beautifully. It is a stripped down Perry, and she makes the most of every piano key.
For those curious:
1) Circle the Drain
2) E.T.
3) Hummingbird Heartbeat
4) Who Am I Living For?
5) Not Like the Movies
6) California Gurls
7) Firework
8) The One Who Got Away
9) Teenage Dream
10) Last Friday Night
11) Peacock
12) Pearl
In the end, this album is certainly worth your attention. Katy Perry has rose above controversy and tabloid fodder and proven that she is here for a reason, and that reason is not the bi-curious fascination we once had with her. She is here because she has talent, and that talent doesn't look to be going anywhere anytime soon.
The taste of this album is so sweet!
So, let's start with the singles. While a lot of people went crazy for `Teenage Dream', I'm not sold on it as much as everyone else. I actually don't like the sound of Perry's voice during the verses. It just comes off mousy and unappealing. I like the song, but it just fails to be `amazing'. I like the lyrical message, it's sweet and charming, but the presentation could be sharpened up in my opinion. `California Gurls' is still total LOVE in my eyes. I just think it's the perfect summer anthem, even if you're not from California! It's fun, fresh and exciting. Sure, they played it out and continue to OVERPLAY it on the radio, but when it's on I'm listening! `Firework' does what `Teenage Dream' couldn't do for me; it reaches that state of `awesome'. I love what Perry does with her vocals (the strain is beyond beautiful) and the overall uplifting spirit of the song is well worked and effective.
The albums only real low points fall on the `too childish' and the `too bland'. `Pearl' is just dull to me. Sure, it has a nice message and the lyrical structure is earnest, but the tracks construction is boring and too familiar. It sounds dated, and not in a good way. `Peacock' and `Last Friday Night' are typical teenage party songs, but they are a tad overly foolish for my taste. One could argue that they are fun, but I'm not a teenager and so I don't find them as exciting as they may.
Oh well, they can't all be as epically great as `E.T.' (yes, that song is out of this world good!).
`Hummingbird Heartbeat' is fun and memorable even if it has an early 90's pop vibe going on. It just bounces so nicely in your head. I love the chorus, very catchy and engaging. Seriously, Perry's voice has matured and really takes over this album. `The One That Got Away' has a nice tone to it, even if it is a tad forgettable. I like it, and I never skip it (to be honest, I don't skip ANY song here, even the three that fail to impress me).
For me, Perry's more seriously toned tracks are her best. `Who Am I Living For?' and `Circle the Drain' are brilliant. `Circle the Drain' is (without hesitation) my favorite track on the album. Written for her ex-boyfriend Travis McCoy, the song is very personal and very direct, speaking of the weight that addiction has on an entire relationship and the strength it takes to finally walk away from that situation. The song is brutally honest and hits you where it counts. `Who Am I Living For?' carries a similar musicality to it, dark and eerie almost. Perry's vocals are astonishing here, she almost reaches Christina Aguilera heights (just listen and tell me I'm wrong...the deep tones she captures here are very reminiscent of Aguilera). `Not Like The Movies' is a soft and gentle way to close the album, and it works beautifully. It is a stripped down Perry, and she makes the most of every piano key.
For those curious:
1) Circle the Drain
2) E.T.
3) Hummingbird Heartbeat
4) Who Am I Living For?
5) Not Like the Movies
6) California Gurls
7) Firework
8) The One Who Got Away
9) Teenage Dream
10) Last Friday Night
11) Peacock
12) Pearl
In the end, this album is certainly worth your attention. Katy Perry has rose above controversy and tabloid fodder and proven that she is here for a reason, and that reason is not the bi-curious fascination we once had with her. She is here because she has talent, and that talent doesn't look to be going anywhere anytime soon.
Miri
5つ星のうち4.0
Identity Crisis
2011年10月6日にアメリカ合衆国でレビュー済みAmazonで購入
I wasn't really sure how to rate this album because it really feels like two different albums in one. Half of the tracks I can't stand, and the other half I love and play on repeat. Here's my breakdown:
1. "Teenage Dream" - 7/10
It's a hit for a reason - it's very catchy but misses the mark with me for value.
2. "Last Friday Night" - 7/10
For a long time, I wasn't fond of the message in this one, so it put me off, but the fun tone of it is kind of infectious! It's a good song to listen to when you want to forget your problems and just have a good time. If I have to be honest, it sounds like Katy singing about what Ke$ha lives every day. ;)
3. "California Gurls" - 7/10
Catchy but no real value to me.
4. "Firework" - 10/10
Great song. This is probably what made me buy the album! Not only is this tune unforgettable in sound, but the lyrics are inspirational, about realizing there is something amazing in you even when you are down for the count.
5. "Peacock" - 1/10
SKIP - about a man's manhood.... ugh. I listened to this CD for the first time in my car while driving to work, and I couldn't mash the buttons on my dash fast enough to skip this. I tried giving it a few tries at home, but these lyrics are just disappointing.
6. "Circle the Drain" - 10/10
Here was another of my favorites. This one, while being catchy like most of Perry's album, deals with drug addiction, but from the point of view of a partner who doesn't want to see her S.O. go down deeper and deeper. This message is a tough sell - "I'm leaving because I don't want to deal with your addiction" - when most people want to hear a message of help and support, but this is a song about looking out for your own best interests, more like "Who am I living for?" (#9).
7. "The One That Got Away" - 10/10
Very touching song. Most of us, I think, have been there, and it's hard not to like this one.
8. "E.T." - 10/10
This track is so cleverly written and composed, it's hard not to take to it. The metaphor is unique (
kind of reminds me of Britney Spears' "Toxic" though) and this album version doesn't feel nearly as cheap and campy as the remix with the ridiculous rap lyrics.
9. "Who Am I Living For?" - 10/10
"I can see the writing on the wall/I can't ignore this war/At the end of it all/Who am I living for?" This song can be taken a lot of ways - I see it as an antiwar song from the point of view of a soldier, but I also interpret it as the anthem for anyone fighting for what they believe in but being faced with other people's overbearing views. To me, it says, "You want me to do it your way, but this is my life, and I have to do what I believe in." I group this with "Firework" and "Circle the Drain" for sure.
10. "Pearl" - 10/10
A great song with a strong message. If you know a woman who was fierce and strong before her current relationship, but her current partner dims her or subjects her, then this song will make you tear up. I *love* this song!
11. "Hummingbird Heartbeat" - 5/10
I'm no prude, but I found this song embarrassing. It sounds catchy, but listen to the lyrics and just think about it. I didn't like the metaphor, and I could hardly listen to it. I would group this with "Peacock."
12. "Not Like the Movies" - 9/10
A good song about not settling and holding out for "the one" and not simply "the one who wants you."
13. "California Gurls" Remix
I didn't care for the original, so no real comment about this one.
14. "Teenage Dream" Remix
See #13.
So, overall, it was hard to rate this album given that it's half juvenile, snickering, "I-made-a-sex-reference" tracks or superficial, meaningless lyrics, while the other half has strong messages I treasured. I think most of Perry's fans will be buying this for the radio hits that didn't resonate with me, but don't ignore the quite a few gems in here: "Firework," "Circle the Drain," "The One That Got Away," "E.T.," "Pearl," "Not Like the Movies," and "Who Am I Living For?"
Hope this review helps.
1. "Teenage Dream" - 7/10
It's a hit for a reason - it's very catchy but misses the mark with me for value.
2. "Last Friday Night" - 7/10
For a long time, I wasn't fond of the message in this one, so it put me off, but the fun tone of it is kind of infectious! It's a good song to listen to when you want to forget your problems and just have a good time. If I have to be honest, it sounds like Katy singing about what Ke$ha lives every day. ;)
3. "California Gurls" - 7/10
Catchy but no real value to me.
4. "Firework" - 10/10
Great song. This is probably what made me buy the album! Not only is this tune unforgettable in sound, but the lyrics are inspirational, about realizing there is something amazing in you even when you are down for the count.
5. "Peacock" - 1/10
SKIP - about a man's manhood.... ugh. I listened to this CD for the first time in my car while driving to work, and I couldn't mash the buttons on my dash fast enough to skip this. I tried giving it a few tries at home, but these lyrics are just disappointing.
6. "Circle the Drain" - 10/10
Here was another of my favorites. This one, while being catchy like most of Perry's album, deals with drug addiction, but from the point of view of a partner who doesn't want to see her S.O. go down deeper and deeper. This message is a tough sell - "I'm leaving because I don't want to deal with your addiction" - when most people want to hear a message of help and support, but this is a song about looking out for your own best interests, more like "Who am I living for?" (#9).
7. "The One That Got Away" - 10/10
Very touching song. Most of us, I think, have been there, and it's hard not to like this one.
8. "E.T." - 10/10
This track is so cleverly written and composed, it's hard not to take to it. The metaphor is unique (
kind of reminds me of Britney Spears' "Toxic" though) and this album version doesn't feel nearly as cheap and campy as the remix with the ridiculous rap lyrics.
9. "Who Am I Living For?" - 10/10
"I can see the writing on the wall/I can't ignore this war/At the end of it all/Who am I living for?" This song can be taken a lot of ways - I see it as an antiwar song from the point of view of a soldier, but I also interpret it as the anthem for anyone fighting for what they believe in but being faced with other people's overbearing views. To me, it says, "You want me to do it your way, but this is my life, and I have to do what I believe in." I group this with "Firework" and "Circle the Drain" for sure.
10. "Pearl" - 10/10
A great song with a strong message. If you know a woman who was fierce and strong before her current relationship, but her current partner dims her or subjects her, then this song will make you tear up. I *love* this song!
11. "Hummingbird Heartbeat" - 5/10
I'm no prude, but I found this song embarrassing. It sounds catchy, but listen to the lyrics and just think about it. I didn't like the metaphor, and I could hardly listen to it. I would group this with "Peacock."
12. "Not Like the Movies" - 9/10
A good song about not settling and holding out for "the one" and not simply "the one who wants you."
13. "California Gurls" Remix
I didn't care for the original, so no real comment about this one.
14. "Teenage Dream" Remix
See #13.
So, overall, it was hard to rate this album given that it's half juvenile, snickering, "I-made-a-sex-reference" tracks or superficial, meaningless lyrics, while the other half has strong messages I treasured. I think most of Perry's fans will be buying this for the radio hits that didn't resonate with me, but don't ignore the quite a few gems in here: "Firework," "Circle the Drain," "The One That Got Away," "E.T.," "Pearl," "Not Like the Movies," and "Who Am I Living For?"
Hope this review helps.
Jane E
5つ星のうち5.0
Fulfilled order
2023年10月28日にカナダでレビュー済みAmazonで購入
Everything was on time, and in good order when it arrived. No issues with the product or the delivery.
Steven Haarala
5つ星のうち4.0
Follow the leader
2011年3月6日にアメリカ合衆国でレビュー済みAmazonで購入
Katy Perry would like us to make the most of our lives and have a good time doing it. Is that so bad? Not to me. Is it attainable these days? Maybe not, but a little escapism won't hurt you. On this album she throws the listener into an idyllic world of a "teenage dream", where "California Gurls" wear bikinis and "skin-tight jeans"; where we can "be young forever"; and where on Fridays everyone indulges in escapades such as dancing on tabletops, maxing out credit cards, streaking in the park, and skinny-dipping in the dark. In "Firework", Katy asks, "Do you ever feel already buried deep?", and then assures us that we "just gotta ignite the light, and let it shine...'cause baby you're a firework, come on, show 'em what you're worth." Some of her "gurls" are pretty advanced in sexual matters. They demand that their guys show their peacocks, on Fridays they have ménages à trois, and they can't stand it if the guys can't stay awake through foreplay because they take too many pills. (Hmmm. Maybe things aren't that idyllic in Katy's world after all.) Anyway, further encouragement to live and live well is found in "Pearl", as Katy sings about a girl who "used to rule the world" and advises her that "you are strong...you can still go on." In the ballad "Not Like The Movies", she claims that "if it's not like the movies, that's how it should be, yeah."
I am not belittling Katy's message; I enjoy her album very much. It takes me back to freer, more hopeful times, and the sexual frankness is a bit of a turn-on. But all of this would be pointless if the presentation were not good musically, and thankfully, that is not the case. Katy sings the lyrics with great gusto and enthusiasm. She's young, after all. Her natural, girlish voice adds just the right amount of naïveté and a quality of urgency, as if to say, "Come on, don't think about it too much, just do it!" The relentless beats move us forward along with her. The musical arrangements are bright and decorative, as pop should be. The competing strands of staccato synths in "Firework" are downright irresistible to me, and "Hummingbird Heartbeat" sounds like the 80's Madonna hit that never was. I find this determined joyousness to be an attractive antidote to the unceasing pressures and sometime bleakness of today's real world. I'm glad we have Katy Perrys to remind us that we should remember to enjoy ourselves. So, watch the video for "Firework", and imagine that you are in the crowd at the end, following the leader (Katy, who else?) to a wonderland of happiness and fulfillment.
I am not belittling Katy's message; I enjoy her album very much. It takes me back to freer, more hopeful times, and the sexual frankness is a bit of a turn-on. But all of this would be pointless if the presentation were not good musically, and thankfully, that is not the case. Katy sings the lyrics with great gusto and enthusiasm. She's young, after all. Her natural, girlish voice adds just the right amount of naïveté and a quality of urgency, as if to say, "Come on, don't think about it too much, just do it!" The relentless beats move us forward along with her. The musical arrangements are bright and decorative, as pop should be. The competing strands of staccato synths in "Firework" are downright irresistible to me, and "Hummingbird Heartbeat" sounds like the 80's Madonna hit that never was. I find this determined joyousness to be an attractive antidote to the unceasing pressures and sometime bleakness of today's real world. I'm glad we have Katy Perrys to remind us that we should remember to enjoy ourselves. So, watch the video for "Firework", and imagine that you are in the crowd at the end, following the leader (Katy, who else?) to a wonderland of happiness and fulfillment.
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