The first band I ever listened to was the A*Teens when they had released their cover of ABBA's "Dancing Queen" from their first album, "The Abba Generation". That album was the first I ever bought. I continued listening to them when "Teen Spirit" was released but then I stopped listening to them after being hooked to other bands and artists. Five years I went on itunes and one of the recommended album was A*Teens' "Teen Spirit". I was shocked and after I quickly re-bought "Teen Spirit" (I lost my first one when I was moving to a new house) I went on wikipedia because I was curious what happened to them. I found out that they released a third album, "Pop 'til You Drop", a reworked version of that album called "New Arrival", and a "Greatest Hits" album before breaking up. I was sad but after listening to those albums I felt a little better. But enough about being sad, so here's my track by track review of their second album, "Teen Spirit".
1) Upside Down: The first single from the album. For some odd reason here in the U.S., as well as Canada, the song was titled "Bouncing Off the Ceiling (Upside Down)". This was also the first time the boys in the band, Dhani and Amit, had sang since the first album only had the girls, Marie and Sara singing. 10/10
2) ...to the Music: Apparently this was the fourth single from the album. I'm not sure why it was but I didn't really like this song much at all. It was only released to radio and never had a video. This was probably because the A*Teens had released "Heartbreak Lullaby" as a single from "The Princess Diaries" soundtrack. 7/10
3) Halfway Around the World: The second single from the album. I always loved it as a kid and as I got older I could relate to the song when a couple of my friends would move. It's still an amazing song to this day in my opinion. 10/10
4) Firefly: This is my favorite song on the album. Funny enough it was my favorite song on the album when i was a kid too. Then one day I found out that this song was the fifth and final single from the album. I was shocked. But when I found out that the video shoot was cancelled and that the song wasn't released to radio I got annoyed. It's a way better song than "...to the Music" but I at least it was a single even if it wasn't well known as the others. Anyway this song is an amazing ballad that I think everyone can relate too. 10/10
5) Sugar Rush: The third single from the album. It was also the third and final single to have a video support it. I'm not sure whether it was their version that came out first or if they covered the song from boy band "Dream Street". Either way I liked the A*Teens version way better. 10/10
6) Rockin': An upbeat song. I love this song still to this dance. It's a fun one to dance to. I wish it was a single. 10/10
7) Around the Corner of Your Eye: Starts off with an acoustic guitar with a pop beat that comes in a little later. It's overall an amazing ballad showcasing the girl's vocals perfectly. 10/10
8) Slammin' Kinda Love: I used to hate this song as a kid and would always skip it. A few years later I started liking it especially the ending when the chorus was a little more upbeat. 10/10
9) All My Love: I hated this song too as a kid. I like it a little bit but after the last song, it's kind of boring and bland. 7/10
10) For All That I Am: Another ballad. Unlike "Firefly" and "Around the Corner of Your Eye", "For All That I Am" doesn't standout as a great ballad, it's just okay compared to those two. 8/10
11) That's What (It's All About): I loved the song as a kid but over the years I feel like it was an outtake of a Britney Spears song that was never released. It's still pretty good. 9/10
12) Morning Light: The music to this song is a little strange (although compared to music that's been released these days it's normal). This was also a cover song, the original was performed by E-Type. E-Type's version is okay but I still prefer the A*Teens version more. 10/10
13) Back For More: Another awesome song. It's one of my favorites and I love the first lyric, "I know I might seem weird, one day I'm around the next I disappear". 10/10
14) Don't Even Know Your Name: On some versions of the album this was included as a hidden bonus track. It's an amazing ballad that could be included in a romance movie. 10/10
The A*Teens were my favorite band as a kid and even though they may not reunite and release new music, It's great listening to their old albums. My favorite songs are: "Firefly", "Rockin'", "Around the Corner of Your Eye", "Sugar Rush", "Back For More", "Halfway Around the World", "Upside Down", "Don't Even Know Your Name", "Slammin' Kinda Love", and "Morning Light". Out of 140 points I give the album 131 points which is 93%, an A. No surprise since the A*Teens rule!
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