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(More customer reviews)Anyone who's seen an episode of iCarly is already aware that Miranda Cosgrove can carry a tune - she sings the show's opening theme. But can she carry a whole album? Happily, the answer is yes.
The tracks on "Sparks Fly" are fun and generally upbeat, and many are filled with quirky lyrics and hooks that keep the album entertaining from start to finish. For instance, the Ke$ha ("Tik, Tok") penned "Disgusting" is all about being completely disgusted with yourself for being so in love with a guy, and "Oh, Oh" features an unique sound effect throughout the chorus and verses.
Several of the songs, such as "Disgusting," "BAM," "Oh, Oh" also have an 80's feel that should help the album appeal to adults, while the tweens can appreciate the more straight-forward teen pop feel of "Kissin U" and "Daydream." Other standouts include "Shakespeare," "Brand New You," "Beautiful Mess" and "There Will Be Tears," the latter of which shows of the lower range of Cosgrove's vocals.
On the negative side, some of the ballads do weigh the album down a bit - "Hey You" is a bit forgettable, and Cosgrove's voice sounds a bit strained on the higher notes of "What Are You Waiting For," although the song itself is pleasant enough to warrant a few repeated listens anyway.
All in all, "Sparks Fly" is a solid and enjoyable debut album full of ear-candy for just about any pop music fan. And you'll definitely want to purchase the deluxe version of the album - the four extra songs are well worth it.
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Sparks Fly is a high-energy pop rock album, which incorporates many of Cosgrove's influences such as modern hit makers like Gwen Stefani, Beyonce and Lily Allen. The Nickelodeon star co-wrote several songs on Sparks Fly, including the first single, "Kissin U." Miranda Cosgrove co-wrote "Kissin U" with Claude Kelly (Britney Spears, Miley Cyrus) and the song was produced by Dr. Luke (Kelly Clarkson, Ke$ha), whom Cosgrove already greatly admired. All of the songs on Cosgrove's debut album are about boys and first loves, subject matter that's hardly far-fetched - the teen sensation and her friends are "always talking about our relationships and stuff." But Cosgrove's songs also have cross-generational appeal. Tracks like the synth-laden "Bam," the confessional pop smash "Disgusting" and the club banger "Oh Oh" all feature irresistible hooks, and are nearly impossible to forget - no matter how old the listener is.Special deluxe VIP package includes 4 bonus tracks, a poster, sticker and access to exclusive videos.
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