Hello viewers, today I'll be reviewing the re-issue of Rachel Stevens' first album "Funky Dory". The album was released in the UK in 2003 before being released with two new songs and a few remixed tracks. Here is my track by track review of the album:
1) Some Girls: This was the third single from the album. This song was also the reason why the album was re-released. I reviewed the song last November, when I reviewed Rachel's second album, "Come and Get It". Still a great song. 10/10
2) Sweet Dreams My LA Ex: The first single from the album. It was initially written for Britney Spears for her album, "In The Zone" but Britney turned it down and Rachel got the song. The song peaked at number 2 in the UK and is tied with "Some Girls" a her highest charting single there. 10/10
3) Funky Dory: The title track and second single from the album. The version on this album is the single version of the song. It samples David Bowie's song, "Andy Warhol" from his album, funny enough called, "Hunky Dory". The song was darker than the previous and surprising peaked at number 26 in the UK. It's one of my favorite songs. 10/10
4) Fools: This is my favorite song on the album. The song was also included on "The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement" soundtrack with different lyrics. Wish it was released as a single. 10/10
5) Breathe In, Breathe Out (SWAT-Team Version): This was supposed to be the third single from the album but after the success of "Some Girls" the release was cancelled. This version on the album was version that was going to be released as a single. This version and the original version are amazing. Sad that single release was cancelled. 10/10
6) Glide: The instrumental is awesome, but it's my least favorite song on the album. Very boring. 5/10
7) Heaven Has to Wait: An amazing ballad that showcases Rachel's amazing vocals. Love the song. 9/10
8) More, More, More: The fourth and final single from the album. It is a cover of Andrea True's song. The song peaked at number 3 in the UK, which out peaked the original version of the song in that country. The video was boring though. 9/10
9) Blue Afternoon: At first I didn't like the song but after a couple listens I liked it. It's very laid back and relaxing. 9/10
10) I Got Money: This song is fun to dance to and very catchy. I love the chorus. 9/10
11) Little Secret: Like the last song, this one has an R&B sound to it. It was used as a b-side for "Sweet Dreams My LA Ex". It would've been cool if it had a video. 9/10
12) Solid: This song is about having a person who's "solid as a rock". I ignored the song initially but after awhile it grew on me. 9/10
13) Silk: The song has a dark, sensual kinda vibe. 8/10
14) Some Girls (Rhythm Masters Vocal Mix): A remixed version of the song. I perfect the original version more than this. 7/10
Rachel's first album is amazing and it was very successful in UK. My favorite songs on the album are: "Fools", "Funky Dory", "Breathe In, Breathe Out (SWAT-Team Version)", "Sweet Dreams My LA Ex", "Little Secret" and "I Got Money". Out of 140 points I give the album 124 which is 88%, a B+. Thank you for reading this review, hoped you liked it and I'll type up another one tomorrow.
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