KRIS ALLEN DEBUT ALBUM REVIEW



ok its time for a review on kris allen's self-titled debut album. Though I must admit i am a Glambert, i will try (note the word choice) to be as unbiased as possible.

Firstly, take a look at the irony of the text. "THE DEBUT ALBUM FROM YOUR SEASON 8 AMERICAN IDOL WINNER! FEATURING THE BRAND NEW SINGLE "Live Like We'Re Dying", "Heartless" and More! Ain't it ironic that BOTH songs listed are COVERS of other artists' songs (The Script and Kanye West respectively).

ignoring the irony above, lets proceed to the grading rubrics.

Songs:
10/10 - Legend in the making?
9/10 - Beautiful
8/10 - hey it's infectious!
7/10 - i'm lovin' it
6/10 - decent for radio air-play
5/10 - fair
4/10 - random song that i will only play once
3/10 - i would rather do my homework
2/10 - shut the hell up
1/10 - my ears cant take it

Album:

5/5 - do whatever it takes to get it
4/5 - totally worth it
3/5 - catch it on radio
2/5 - get it only if its free
1/5 - sucks to the core

Live Like We're Dying: an upbeat song with inspiring lyrics which unfortunately isnt allen's creation. nevertheless, this song is a nice cheer-you-up type of song which personally i would listen to only when i am either bored or feeling down. 6.5/10

Before We Come Undone: A track on the album that grapples with the struggle to salvage a troubled relationship. Ain't too bad. but aint spectacular too. 6/10

Can't Stay Away: a radio-friendly song which is captivating in a sense but yeah it ain't a spectacular hit. 6/10

The Truth: a HIT! My personal favourite of the whole album. the song oozes coldness (in the sense of his dejectedness) the chorus however shows Allen's limited vocal range as he trys to hit a falsetto (trying to be perfect that part). good song overall. 8/10

Written All Over My Face: LMAO and LGOU! ANOTHER COVER OF THE SCRIPT's SONG(what so amazing about them such that he needs 2 covers from them). average at best. 5.5/10

Bring It Back: another sad song that is well-complemented by Allen's vocals. 7/10

Red Guitar: a sentimental song written by allen before idol-days. a very nice song altogether. 8/10

Is It Over: averagely good song 6/10

Let It Rain: a pretty sentimental song. one of the better ones in the album 6.5/10

Alright With Me: a rather catchy song 6/10

Lifetime: (Y) good song overall. 7/10

I Need to Know: Another sad/cold song from Allen. his vocals somehow come out well. 6.5/10

Heartless: When Allen sang this song during American Idol, I wasnt among those that liked the song. Being the kanye supporter that I am, I thought then that Kanye's version was still better than the Fray's and Allen's. After hearing this, I........ AGREE WITH THIS STATEMENT EVEN MORE. THIS VERSION TOTALLY MESSES UP THE SONG. It is considerably worse than the one he sang on Idol. 4/10

83/13/2=3.19

Overall : The Album is a solid release from an American Idol. Though I wont proclaim it to be anywhere near the best. Suitable for listening when you are bored, although I doubt it will make you any less bored.

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