UNION J - Carry You
Coming a long way from their position at last year's X Factor UK finals, Union J has released their first video clip to make their mark in the music world.
The Song
Simple and fresh, "Carry You" is this months feel good jam. The lyrics give you the promise that they'll take you through the hard times no matter what. The accompaniment promises fun and adventure. And the overall vibe is one that will get you through the night and keep you dancing through the day.
The Video
It's not a typical boy band video, it's more fun and down to earth, which is what these boys are. The video shows them doing everyday things as well as having fun together. With the subtle reference to an open mic night, the video sees the boys hitting the scene and having fun while doing something that they love.
sL Star Rating: 5 Stars
Carly Rae Jepsen - Tonight I'm Getting Over You
The Song
It's about a complicated relationship when she wants to be something more, but not sure if they're on the same page on that, so she's over it and is trying to get over the dude. It's a great song. I like the accompaniment, surprisingly, because it's not usually what I'd listen to. I like the pre-chorus in terms of lyrics, and there are a few quirky lines in the verses too. It's a create upbeat song to dance to.
The Video
I don't like it. It really does nothing to support the lyrics of the song. Unless it's making the statement that she can't get over the dude she singing about, or that they've finally figured out what they are, then fine, it's a great video. But I don't think it's a good representation of the song. In saying that, they're are great snippets that I like - the parts where they're jumping - other than those, I don't really like the video too much.
sL Star Rating: 3 Stars
The Wanted - Walks Like Rihanna
The Song
Shallow lyrics hidden behind a catchy tune. I like the chorus, but that's about it. I mean this is coming from a girl's perspective. I kinda feel like I either need to sing or dance - or if that fails, "walk like Rihanna". Ummm...sorry can't do that for you.
The Video
In saying that the song is shallow, I did like the video. I loved the subtle reference to previous boy bands in the industry and it's a fun video clip that I enjoyed watching. I didn't really like the set that made the cut as "the concept" for the video that they ended up with because there wasn't anything original that The Script or McFly haven't done already. I would have preferred something that really defined them as a band. Although in saying that, The Wanted have had very serious video clips prior to this one, so this is a great change for them.
sL Star Rating: 3 Stars
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