I'm Lara, a self-educated teenager who loves roaming the streets of London. I'm an aspiring journali...
I'm Lara, a self-educated teenager who loves roaming the streets of London. I'm an aspiring journalist, mad about writing, and a party animal who loves nothing more than going out with friends and meeting new people. I love music (garage, R&B and hip h...
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I'm probably not the kind of person you'd expect to enjoy listening to Tracy Chapman's 1988 debut album, especially as I was born only 3 years before its release. But I grew up hearing it in the background and dug it out from my parents' collection last year after catching 'Fast Car' on VH1. And I have to say that this is one outstanding CD. Tracy Chapman has a very distinct sound and a lot of vocal talent, and there are some really stunning songs on here. The lyrics are intensely meaningful and thought-provoking. This CD boasts a real mixture of sounds but the words of each track go a whole lot deeper than most of today's pop songs; they really are incredible. My personal favourites are 'Fast Car' and 'Why'. Many record stores still sell copies of this CD and I would urge you to pick one up -- I have a feeling you'll be pleasantly surprised.
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One of the most striking debut albums ever released, this disc instantly established ... more
Chapman as a musical force, and with good reason. Immediacy, integrity of purpose and unqualified artistry are apparent in nearly every song. And while "Fast Cars...
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One of the most striking debut albums ever released, this disc instantly established ... more
Chapman as a musical force, and with good reason. Immediacy, integrity of purpose and unqualified artistry are apparent in nearly every song. And while "Fast Cars...
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Advantages: Strong songs that can make you think and catchy songs that can make you sing. Disadvantages: When you listen to 'Baby can i hold you', the memory of the Boyzone cover version - Ronan, for the sake of humanity, STOP WEARING CRAP LEATHER TROUSERS!
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