Ariana Grande-Focus

This week, Ariana Grande released her new single "Focus." To say I'm not impressed is an understatement. While the vibe to this song is interesting, the track sounds quite similar to her past hit "Problem," with the jazz backgrounds overtop of the pop beat, and Ariana building up into a chorus with someone else singing the actual chorus instead. "Focus" reminds me of something you would want to have on in a Hip Hop Abs class, but not something you would actually listen to just for the enjoyment of it. Ariana has such a strong range vocally, that songs like this where she just backs out of actually using her talent makes me question her as an artist. The lyrics are not rememberable, actually no, the whole song is not really rememberable. I'm hoping she has some better tricks up her sleeve. Check out the video for "Focus" below and tell me if you agree or disagree!

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Alessia Cara-Wild Things

I am quite disappointed with myself for just discovering who Alessia Cara is, because after hearing "Wild Things," I am kind of obsessed with her. "Wild Things" is a rebellious anthem that takes me back to my high school days. The best part of this song to me is the lyrics. Cara sings about not in the in-crowd and not wanting to be. It's lines like "If you don't like our 808s then leave us alone cause we don't need your policies" and "You tell me to tread, I'd rather be a wild one instead" that really gives this young, fun vibe to the song. Alessia does not have that strong of vocals in this track, but her voice is interesting and unique enough to assert herself as an artist.

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