ETC #86 "Troublemaker"

Song: "Troublemaker" ~ Artist: Olly Murs Ft. Flo Rida

~ http://youtu.be/4aQDOUbErNg ~

Comments: Happy Thursday!  I recently came across this song and I have so many mixed feelings about it. I've never heard of this British artist before (Mr. Murs) and he tears me on two musical polar opposites. On one part he sounds a bit like Adam Levine and then when he begins on the chorus he reminds of a 90s boy band.  I will admit that people like the Backstreet Boys and others of the like are a guilty pleasure of mine and who doesn't love Adam Levine, so this song is right up my alley. Plus the add in of Flo Rida adds a nice touch and levels out the "pretty boy"ness of the song if you will. I have a feeling that this song will become popular on the radio because it has the upbeat tempo and easy sing along lyrics that many people enjoy. I guess we'll have to wait and find out. Happy listening!

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ETC #34 "I Cry"

Song: "I Cry"
Artist: Flo Rida
Link: http://youtu.be/OLuWHr6-0YQ

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Comments: Hey there!  Happy Christmas Eve.  Please don't be deceived by the title of this song. It is actually quite upbeat.  The one thing that I will say is that the beginning is a bit sad when Flo Rida talks about growing up in the projects and throughout the video as well.  There are a lot of pictures of...you know what, I don't want to spoil it.  Please take the time to watch and appreciate the video.  I hope that at least watching the beginning makes y'all feel thankful for what you have.  #rantover   Anyway,  this techno beat has been getting stuck in my head off and on quite a few times.  Even though the beat and the video are decent, I have to say that I'm not the biggest fan of the lyrics.  I feel that he could have done a lot more with them.  Regardless, I hope you all enjoy your holiday.  Happy listening!

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