Love Shocked, one of my all-time favourites.

I have a strange relationship with Shocked.

I always regard it as a good single yet dont listen to it as often as other singles that i would also refer to as good by Kylie.

 

Number 16 - Get outta my way - 980 Points

 

 

 

Song - 385 out of a possible 500

Video - 350 out of a possible 500

Cover - 245 out of a possible 500

 

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I thought it may have managed its way into the Top 10 as it most certainly has some big fans of the forum.

Not a song that would place in the Top 20 of my own chart but it is enjoyable.

Far too high,its not a bad song but I just find it a cheap live at first sight.i like the single cover though.

Get Outta My Way seriously under-performed on release and did little for Aphrodite but it has gone to have success with ongoing streaming since its release.

It is one of her most streamed songs which i find surprising as i would expect the bigger hits to be ahead on streaming.

 

Ya it has dony really well in streaming when its compared to other kylie singles.

Looking from a fan perspective it was one of Kylie's most hyped singles and that made its under-performance more disappointing.

 

 

Number 15 - Where the wild roses grow - 993 Points

 

 

 

Cover - 427 out of a possible 500

Video - 322 out of a possible 500

Song - 244 out of a possible 500

 

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Love WTWRG and really happy it made the final 15.

'Where The Wild Roses Grow' is a beautiful track, very different and out-there, it came during Kylie's experimental phase and despite being 24 years old, it still sounds fresh to this very day. Plus its nice to see it rank so high here, considering it only made top 40 on the Singles Rate.

I've always loved and I agree,if it was released today it would not sound out of place.

Number 14 - In my arms - 1,036 Points

 

 

 

Video - 364 out of a possible 500

Cover - 339 out of a possible 500

Song - 333 out of a possible 500

 

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I like in my arms alot more than I used but still prefer wow.

In My Arms is a good offering from Kylie and is part of the strong half from the X album.

 

A single that i had thought had sold much more than it has but it was another welcoming Top 10 hit for Kylie.

Number 2 - Light Years (Album) - 2,778 Points

 

 

Album - 1,145 out of a possible 1,200

Song Selection - 817 out of a possible 1,200

Cover - 816 out of a possible 1,200

 

 

Number 1 - Fever (Album) - 3,105 Points

 

 

Song Selection - 1,158 out of a possible 1,200

Album - 1,109 out of a possible 1,200

Cover - 848 out of a possible 1,200

 

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A very strong Top 2 finish in the album.

I prefer Light Years, i firmly believe it is Kylies best solo album,

 

Fever is a very solid album.

Good top 2 but id have preferred a win for light years.

Here's my views on the fantastic 'Light Years', which in my opinion is still Kylie's best ever album. Filled with so many pop classics and brought her career back from the brink.


Password
The album officially begins with a hidden bonus track (you literally have to rewind from the beginning of 'SA' to get it), never worked for me and didn't hear this until many years later. Its a funky little pop number that has a very 'Groove Is In The Heart' by Deee-Lite feel to it. A nice little track, although not entirely necessary, but an ok start.

Spinning Around
This is where things really take off with this explosive disco/pop comeback anthem that brought back a career that was on life support, and gave us the modern pop sound that everybody wanted and needed from Kylie at the time. Assisted with a simple but effective music video and of course those iconic gold hotpants probably helped just a little and after a 10 year absence, this put her back on top and re-crowned as the princess of pop. Imagine if co-writer Paula Abdul lapped this song up for herself, then how different would things have been. But thank god that never happened as this suits Kylie so much better.

On A Night Like This
The awesome pop carries through to this brilliant harder edged dance/pop number that has more of a euro pop feel to it. Beginning with breathy, whispering vocals words then builds to unleash her full vocal power in the middle eight and of course this became the 2nd single and showed no signs of slowing down by becoming another smash hit, and of course helped by yet another classy and cool music video and reaffirming Kylie's renewed popularity.

So Now Goodbye
The disco sound continues with yet another cracking tune that's just very fun and camp, with some strong hooks that makes this an all-round great sing-a-long track.

Disco Down
The quality of greatness continue with this rocking disco number where the whole thing builds and builds beautifully, as well as capturing that 70's sound perfectly thanks to its funky futuristic production and soaring chorus. This is just simply amazing and the first of many tracks that could have easily been a single, I mean just imagine how the music video could turned out.

Loveboat
Some camp disco pop with this fun little number that pretty much sums up this whole album. Its such a joyus affair with a very summery feel to it and really pops when performed live. Ultra camp, ultra fun.

Koocachoo
Back to or just remain on the dancelfoor with this slighty rockier and fun little kooky number that bops along quite nicely, although I wouldn’t rank this as one of my faves on here, its fine.

Your Disco Needs You
Perhaps the greatest Kylie single that never got a UK release. This riotus pop/disco number turns the camp factor up to a 100 and its just glorious, a true gay anthem for the ages. The highlight comes at the end where Kylie takes her voice to its absolute zenith and goes into operatic mode, holding that note till the epic end of this song. This is now a staple of her live performances and concerts, and every time Kylie pulls it off to a standing ovation from her audience.

Please Stay
Some cool shimmering pop now with this classy track that differs slightly from the rest of the album with its Latin tones and Spanish guitar sound, but still has that hint of disco/pop sound and flows really well with the album.

Bittersweet Goodbye
Things slow down with this beautiful heartfelt piano ballad that offers a nice refreshing change of pace from the uptempo numbers and is certainly the most emotional, beautiful song and her voice simply shines here.

Butterfly
So it’s back to the floor with this high octane electro-dance number thats full of life and vitality with its cool club feel, very eurphoric and definately ranks as one of the best and strongest tracks on here, another missed single opportnity.

Under The Influence of Love
The sole cover on this album and its pretty good with lush swirling opening bars and builds into a sophisicated summery little number that’s catchy and bounces along freely for its short duration and is placed perfectly on this album.

I'm So High
One of the more fillerish moments on here with this slightly rockier psychedelic number that has a nice cool vibe to it. An okay moment but wouldn’t call it a standout by any means.

Kids (Ft Robbie Williams)
I know this isn’t well liked amongst Kylie fans, but it did give Kylie another smash hit and did help sell the album, and honestly I quite like it, a glorious show stopping epic and the chemsitry by both artists are on point and lyrically well crafted and just oozes sex appeal. Yeah its more Robbie than Kylie, but its still a hell pf a lot of fun.

Light Years
The closing and title track with this strong offering and its back to the 70’s disco vibe with a classy sparkly beat that’s a slight nod to everything thats come before and therefore ending things on an almighty high. An amazing end to an incredible album.

I will give my views on 'Fever' very soon...

Edited August 27, 20195 yr by SamJudd

Spot on review of light years