Stripped - Christina Aguilera

...(6:29) Release date of Stripped : 28/10/2002 Total Running Time Of Stripped: 77minutes 52 seconds Overall rating of this CD: 5/5 Stripped (Intro) This is a song that has been split in half; the other part comes near the end of the album. This starts off like it's on a talk-show (a good example being Jerry Springer) you hear swear word bleeps, people saying 'scandal, gossip' a guy says 'I did it all for Christina Aguilera' somebody says something ...
...Crank it up! Stripped Pt 2. Follows on from her commencing song to the album, she is carrying on her 'apologies' 'sorry I'm not a virgin, sorry I'm not a slut!' short and sweet, she encourages dreamers and underdogs to keep going, and when you link the two halves together, then it's so cool! *grins* The Voice Within This is a floating, slow dance style, best to dance to with a lighter flaming above your head, or in the arms of your lover. It ...

PhoenixChick 03.06.2005 · Read full review
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Having owned this album for almost a year now, perhaps I’m a bit slow off the mark with finally writing about it. But, better late than never, and here are my opinions to add to those of countless other (well, 34) ciao members. **INTRO** A couple of years ago, Christina and Britney were both living very different lives to those that they are now. Britney was at the height of her fame, shacked up with Justin and incapable of putting a foot wrong. ...
...but still bleach blonde and releasing harmless, tinkly pop tunes that, let’s face it, weren’t going to do her huge favours as far as superstardom was concerned. But, after considerable re-invention on both sides, the tables have somewhat turned and we have Britney’s latest album panned by critics worldwide (although I quite like it, lol) whilst Christina has suddenly bloomed as far as credibility is concerned, with a much funkier, R ‘n’ B sound to ...

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...is true, she has been stripped from all the lies, all the frontage, and everything that her manager told her to be (the blonde, dippy girl), now she is her own self, this album is as real as it gets to Christina, and not many singers say that and mean it. These are the confident songs that she has on her wonderful, indescribable album: STRIPPED INTRO 1.39 This is the introduction to the album, it shows her feelings and claims that now this is ...
...song. STRIPPED PT.2 0.46 This is Christian’s apology for who she is and how she deals with everything she isn’t and concentrates on everything she is. Good attitude girl! Perfect first realise form this magnificent album. THE VOICE WITHIN 5.04 Written and Composed by Christina Aguilera and Glen Ballard. This is yet another ballad, but this one is the best. It is gorgeous, i adore it! I can’t really describe it much; you have got to listen ...

x_eleri_x 04.12.2004 (13.03.2005) · Read full review
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...Tracks ===== 1- Stripped Intro 1.39 This is the first of four mini intro's which is an introduction to the next section of the album. In this intro, we hear snippets from interviews and rumours about Christina including gossip on the on-going feud with Britney Spears. "So here it is/ no hype/ no glass/ no pretense/ just me/ stripped" 2- Cant Hold Us Down 4.15 This collaboration with Lil' Kim was the fourth track to be released from Stripped. ...
...maximum" 10/10 17- Stripped pt 2 0.45 Yes you guessed it - another interlude with Christina introducing the next part of the album. "Sorry I'm not a virgin/ Sorry I'm not a slut" 18- The voice within 5.04 The fifth single from the album to be released is an inspiration power ballad. Christina wrote the track with producer Glen Ballard. I really love this track as it has a good melody and Christina's voice can capture the coldest of hearts as ...

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...honest album. The opening track, Stripped Intro, works very well at introducing the feel of the album. It is a montage of quotes about Christina which merges into her singing “Sorry you can’t define me, sorry I break the mould, sorry that I speak my mind, sorry don’t do what I’m told, Sorry if I don’t fake it, sorry I come too real, I will never hide what I really feel” Which leads into… ***Can’t hold ...
...still love this song! Stripped Pt. 2 ***The Voice Within*** This is my favourite song on the album- a gorgeous ballad which begins with Christina singing over a soft piano accompaniment and builds into a song of epic proportions. Yet again it’s a song about being true to yourself and is another one that wouldn’t sound out of place on that Disney soundtrack (cheesy key changes aplenty) but I love it so much I can’t really hold ...

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...all around the world" and Stripped is definitely an album which will appeal more to women than men. It's not ANTI men so much as PRO women. This is an honest album which really does expose Christina and I think Stripped is a very appropriate name for it. Christina has spoken in interviews recently about the abuse and poverty which is part of her childhood and I respect her for that. It makes a change to have an established pop star sing about real ...
...1. Stripped Intro 2. Can't Hold Us Down\Feat. Lil' Kim This is one of the best tracks on the album which discusses the double standard that exists between men and women when it comes to sex. It asks why if a man has several women on the go, he is considered a stud, but a woman is called a whore. Lil Kim does a strong rap and there's a great bit which you can sing at your bloke when he's getting on your nerves: "You're just a little boy Think ...

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...the stars! * 1. Stripped Intro This is so good. It starts the album of well, really well. It is a bit like a load of news bits and shows clipped together, all overlapping with dramatic backing music. You can hear people saying “Britney” and lastly (before the singing) “Lets let Christina tell her side of the story”. This brings it into the song, and WOW! It has a cool selection of music, drums, piano and cymbals. Her voice ...
...Listen now. 10/5 17. Stripped Pt. 2 This is a great little carry on from the last part (song 1). I won’t write much as it basically the same as the last part. It only goes on for 0:45, shame, as it is such a good song, upbeat. It is a bit ‘bitchy’. A good little breaker. 5/5 18. The Voice Within * This song is so peaceful; it made me cry when I first heard it. Christina’s voice is so soft and caring, and when she does ...

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...hear the opening bars! Stripped (part 2)- another bit of controversial talking! *14*~A Voice Within~ Another beautiful piano ballad, complete with (slightly risky) key changes, which reminds me a little of a Disney song, but the vocals are really soft and sound perfect on the track. This one’s about showing your true feelings, and trusting yourself and learning to be yourself, also with the added voices of the gospel singers, it becomes a very ...
...of the best on the album in my opinion. *15*~I’m OK~ This track tells the tale of the abuse Christina suffered as a child from her father. Christina’s voice sounds a lot more fragile and crackly, and it gives out so much pain throughout the song, this one really gets you, I’m talking goose bumps, hair standing up on the back of your neck. It’s in a different category to the rest of the album, but I daresay it’s something Christina had to do to ...

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By no means in this world am I a fan of pop music, so I think I am going to surprise a few people with this review...in fact, I can see one or two people sniggering at how serious I take this album...yes...but don't worry, I have plans for those people. I know who you are. *Gets ready to call Richard Hillman up*. Christina Algerugia goes by the nickname off X-Tina and this album is the third and maybe the most controversial, mature album she's ever ...
...in ANY way (honestly! I don't know why you people don't believe me). ~~~~~~ I've cut out some tracks as half the album is filled with 5 second intros, etc...X-tina loses a point for that I'm afraid, how dare she!~~~~~~ CAN'T HOLD US DOWN (Ft.Lil.Kim) (Track 2) This is a very funky tune, mixed in with a low-tuned guitar to give the funkiness of this song a life of it's own, which works to X-tina's advantage. X-tina's voice seems to be a little ...

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...without further ado… 1. Stripped Intro This makes a great start to the album and also gives a good introduction to Christina herself. To the backing music we can hear things that have been said about Christina. You can also hear ‘Britney’ distinctly, to who we know she is constantly being compared, before “Let’s let Christina tell her side of the story”. This then leads into the music and Christina saying “I’ve waited a long time for this, feels ...
...the song well. 17. Stripped Pt. 2 A continuation of the first track on the album it has the same tune etc. This time Christina sings “Sorry if I ain’t perfect… sorry I ain’t a virgin etc” so basically it is the same as the first time but it fits in well at this point in the album. 18. The Voice Within I feel sure this has been on a Disney soundtrack because I know I’ve heard it before. I don’t know if it is a cover but if you do please let me ...

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...in the limelight. Stripped - The Overview Stripped had quite a few tentative release dates. Usually, when a cd is delayed, that means that the cd is pretty crappy. In this case, I have a feeling that Stripped was delayed because the record label was scared. Scared of what? You know how I'm always b*itching about how artists say how different their next cd is? In 99.9% of the cases, there's no difference. They may add a different producer or songwriter ...
...Track Listing Stripped - Part 1 Can't Hold Us Down (featuring Lil’ Kim) Walk Away Fighter Infatuation (Interlude) Infatuation Loves Embrace (Interlude) Loving Me For Me Impossible Underappreciated Beautiful Make Over Cruz Soar Get Mine, Get Yours Dirrty (featuring Redman) Stripped - Part 2 The Voice Within I'm OK Keep On (Singing My Song) In Janet Jackson tradition, Christina comes barreling out of the gates with a musical interlude that sets the ...

kristinafh 14.12.2002 · Read full review
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...TRACKS Track 1 - Stripped Intro This starts with all the news reports on Christina Aguilera, and then her talking about how different she is, how much of herself she is revealing - 'Sorry you can't define me, sorry I break the mould, sorry you can't define me, sorry I don't do what I'm told'. Its a nice enough track but a bit short. Track 2 - Can't Hold Us Down A great female empowerment track featuring Lil Kim, who I don't really like, but ...
...track. Track 17 - Stripped part 2 Track 18 - The Voice Within This is another great power-ballad, a totally contrast to some of the other songs, but Christina's voice has the range to handle it. The lyrics are lovely; 'When there's no one else, look inside yourself, like your oldest friend, just trust the voice within'. Track 19 - I'm OK Maybe second favourite after Dirrty, but so totally contrasting. Christina sings about her relationship with ...

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...in her music. Stripped is not an over sexually charged album (which some people may be mislead by the name of the record) but is Christina stripped of everything and shows the real Christina. The Album Cover shows a topless Christina wearing a pair of tattered jeans and covering her assets with her hair. This is a deep representation of the name of the album showing she is stripped of everything. Although the album artwork is not as important as ...
...track on the album. Stripped Into – This is the introduction of the album, it is very powerful and starts off with clips of media gossip about her (Britney rivalry, Eminem and others) and then continues with a little intro by Christina. This gives Christina the chance to set the score and allows her to tell the fans that the following tracks are her heart and are true to her personality. This may be the best introduction an album can have. Can’t ...

JAGGER2K 09.04.2004 · Read full review
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Okay, I will start off by holding up my hands and admitting it - I am biased towards Christina Aguilera. Why? Because she was the underdog to all the sugar coated false princess's {Britney Spears, Mandy Moore etc} and also, she has talent - and by the sounds of this album, knows it. Some, my mother included, are horrified by her 'Wailing', but others, such as Yours Truly, see what amazing talent and rareness are involved here. Yes, I am aware that ...
...was first released, but I feel that it's best to do something late than never, and hopefully this review will encourage more people to buy a copy! This album to me is summed up in one word: Masterpiece. It is simply amazing...the lyrics are inspiring, {'Spread your wings and soar!'}, moving, {'Strength is my mother, for all the love, she gave'} and honest {'Hurt me to see the pain across my mother's face...Every time my father's fist would put her ...

BabyLaura 06.08.2004 · Read full review
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...hard to beat. 1. Stripped Intro 1. A very imaginate beginning, starting with many news audio clips, where you catch referrals to Fred Durst and Britney rivalry. This culminates in one reporter saying 'why don't we let Christina tell her part of the story', and Bang! The music begins. It's all very dramatic, Christina has her say about how long she's waited to do this album and what it does, very concisely and dramatically. A great start. 2. Can't ...
...in the mood. 17. Stripped Pt 2. The sequel to the very first track on the record. Shorter, but includes the line 'Sorry I'm not a virgin/Sorry I'm not a slut! and it talks about empowerment and not letting them (probably the press) get her down. 18. The Voice Within. This is a fantastic ballad and superior to Beautiful in my opinion. A great, passionate song which shows off her voice and its complete capacity. Should have done better when it was ...

Trixie_Firecracker 29.04.2005 · Read full review
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