Don't Stop The Music

Rhianna seems to have a knack for turning out good dance music with a compelling beat. I like this song better than her Break It Off, as this is a solo and really showcases her voice talents. The theme is the rather common "I came here to relax, but YOU caught my eye instead" dance club music that everyone in the industry seems to have at least one recording of, but sometimes things are popular for a reason, and if this isn't high art it is at least fun to listen to. Give it a listen and see for yourself.

Wishing On A Star

I am a huge fan of this song, especially the original version by "rolls royce" and was not sure how Beyonce would approach the song. I thought she might try to glam it up to make it a bit more contemporary. Much to my delight she did not.

The song is simply sung, with restraint (she does have some powerful pipes), and I find it lovely and beautiful. It is nothing truly special, hence four stars, but she does do it softly, simply, and sensationally...evoking all of my wonderful memories and feelings of the orignal : )