Sheryl Crow - Feels Like Home

 

Here is what I thought of Sheryl Crow's album, “Feels Like Home.” Remember – all scores are out of a possible 10 points.

“Shotgun” - This song has swagger. Sheryl combines her pop vocals with country lyrics and rock rhythms – a deadly combination. Great song to kick off the album. Score: 8

“Easy” - Let me tell you – this song is easy on the ears. Fantastic lyrics and that signature voice made this song crack the shell on my cold dead heart. Score: 10

“Give It To Me” - Excuse me Miss Crow, when did you start kicking ass? No, this is not a rocker, but a gorgeous ballad. Sheryl sings the hell out of the lyrics and her performance impressed me greatly. Score: 10

“We Oughta Be Drinkin'” - Attention – we are now entering Snoresville. This is nothing more than filler track. Slow and boring, this track needs to go. Oh, and Sheryl, don't curse – it isn't attractive on you. Score: 5

“Callin' Me When I'm Lonely” - This ballad held my attention from beginning to end. Top shelf lyrics and another fantastic vocal performance from Sheryl. I can hear this being played on WIL-FM AND Y98 FM. (Country and Adult Contemporary radio.) Score: 10

“Waterproof Mascara” - The writers of this ballad – I'm looking at you Brad Paisley et al – need to stop talking to my therapist. It's like they wrote the soundtrack to my childhood. And you Miss Crow – you need to stop singing to me like you're my mama. This flawless ballad made me go fetal. Score: 10

“Crazy Ain't Original” - Oh look – my ticket was punched for a return ticket to Snoresville. Bland lyrics and tiresome music make this track forgettable. Sheryl's vocals sounded as bored as I was during this song. Score: 0

“Nobody's Business” - OK, we are back on the road to Hitsville but not quite there yet. A fun and flirty song, I liked the vocals on it and the lyrics are above interesting. Score: 7

“Homesick” - Looks like we had to make a pit stop in Ho Hum Heights. This track seems uninspired and lackluster. There were moments that I was like, “Oh here we go” and then they were followed by moments of “Oh that's a pity.” Next. Score: 3

“Homecoming Queen” - A beautiful ballad full of brilliant lyrics and emotionally real vocals. I think Miss Brandy Clark had something to do with these lyrics. I am obsessed with Brandy Clark and am so happy to see her join forces with Sheryl. Score: 9

“Best Of Times” - I have to be honest – this song really didn't hold my attention. I drifted in and out of the song mainly due to the music and lyrics. This is just middle of the road stuff and I am on a journey to find excellent songs. Score: 4

“Stay At Home Mother” - Another gut wrenching ballad in the same vein as “Waterproof Mascara.” This one is as equally sharp and emotionally real. Well done Sheryl – thank you for giving me a soft place to land. Score: 10

Would I recommend this to my friends? For sure. This album has so many high points that it will become a permanent fixture in my CD collection.

Escalader,

Jim

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