I will not labor the rags to riches story of Susan Boyle here as it is well known. Suffice to say the first album released by her is pretty impressive, (and I'm no aficionado of popular music, being more classically oriented). Who would have thought you could take music by the Rolling Stones, Monkees, and Madonna, and make it sound new! Plaudits there to her producer Steve Mac, despite whining by self proclaimed music experts giving music reviews on Amazon.
It is indeed unfortunate that the CD released to the western hemisphere did not include the beautiful "Wings to Fly" track included in the CD sold in Japan, however I am sure that will be rectified when a second album comes out.
Some reviewers have noted that they like Ms Boyle's voice but were unhappy with the choice of song. I cannot understand why? Some of these songs clearly have a personal meaning to Ms Boyle and, being cognizant of her difficult upbringing, are a way for her to hammer a final nail into the coffin of those who were unkind, and her current detractors.
The songs chosen are beautifully sung. Ms. Boyle is still learning her trade and has gone from proverbially singing in a choir in church each Sunday to being instantly recognized wherever she goes. Are there many of us who could handle such pressure? To all those reviewers out there who are carping at miniscule issues, my advice would be to sit back, relax, and let what is an undoubtedly astounding talent mature. I am sure you will not be disappointed. Get more detail about I Dreamed A Dream.
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