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  1. Voter 13: King Rollo Daithí’s “Chameleon Life” is a vibrant, genre-blending single released in 2013, featuring vocals by Raye. It marked a turning point in the Irish electronic artist’s career, showcasing his ability to merge live instrumentation—notably his fiddle—with electronic pop production. 🎵 Song Summary: Theme: “Chameleon Life” is about embracing change, spontaneity, and living in the moment. The lyrics touch on themes of youth, freedom, and transformation, aligning with the metaphor of a chameleon adapting to its surroundings. Musical Style: Combines EDM textures with pop melodies and live violin loops. Features sunny synths, bouncy rhythms, and a euphoric chorus delivered by Raye. The track has been described as Calvin Harris-esque, but with a more organic, indie-electronic twist. Background: Interestingly, the song was written during a cold Irish winter, despite its summery vibe. Daithí collaborated with Ian Ring (of Young Wonder) during the production process, aiming to create something uplifting and accessible without relying on typical dance music clichés. Reception: Widely praised in Irish music circles for its catchiness and crossover potential. Though it didn’t chart internationally, it received significant airplay in Ireland and helped establish Daithí as a rising name in electronic music.
  2. Bray’s votes extend the lead a little for Agnes, while his 12 races Ruti into the Top 10. 1 I Trance - Agnes 66 ? 2 Kashmir - Escala 57 Chez Wombat 3 Borderline - Tove Styrke 56 ? 4 You’ll Never Get To Heaven - Diana Vickers 51 Tafty 5 Blood - Equador 50 ? 6 Bloodstream - Tokio Myers 49 Brer 7 Baby Don’t Dance - Fleur East 40 ChrisJK 8 Chameleon Life - Daithi featuring Raye 37 ? 9 Racing Cars - Ruti 37 ? 10 California - Amelia Lily 32 awardinary 11 Dub On The Track - Cher Lloyd et al. 29 Dobbo 12 Domino - Saara Aalto 26 ? 13 Ladies In The ‘90s - Lauren Alaina 23 ? 14 I Do - Only The Young 22 Mangø 15 Misty Eye - Aiden Grimshaw 21 ? 16 Creep - Dannii Minogue 20 ? 17 Alone By Heart - Clara Van Wel 18 ? 18 Damaged - Danity Kane 17 Scene 19 Gladiator - Dami Im 17 ? 20 Breathe - Liberty X 16 Jade 21 Rock With Me - Reggie ‘n’ Bollie et al. 6 AllStarBySmashMouth 22 Nolwenn Ohwo! - Nolwenn Leroy 6 gooddelta 23 Think Of You - Christina Grimmie 0 uhsting Next it’s Rollo
  3. Voter 12: Brer Brer originally attempted to send Escala’s cover of “Aerodynamic” by Daft Punk, which I haven’t heard but sounds interesting. Tokio Myers’ “Bloodstream” is a standout track from his 2017 debut album Our Generation. The song is a genre-blending reinterpretation that fuses classical, electronic, and pop elements, showcasing Myers’ signature style as a pianist and producer. 🎵 Song Summary: Origin: “Bloodstream” is a cover and reimagining of the Ed Sheeran song of the same name, originally co-written by Sheeran, Johnny McDaid, and members of Rudimental. Tokio Myers’ version also incorporates elements of Claude Debussy’s “Clair de Lune”, creating a unique classical-electronic hybrid Musical Style: The track features dramatic piano arrangements, orchestral swells, and electronic beats, building a cinematic atmosphere. Myers layers these elements to create emotional tension and release, reflecting the song’s themes of inner turmoil and emotional intensity. Vocals: While Ed Sheeran’s original version is vocal-driven, Myers’ take is largely instrumental, with uncredited backing vocals from Sheeran himself Performance: Tokio Myers performed “Bloodstream” on America’s Got Talent: The Champions, where he impressed audiences with his one-man-band setup, blending live piano, synths, and percussion in real time Album Context: “Bloodstream” was released as the lead single from Our Generation, which debuted in November 2017 and reached #4 on the UK Albums Chart. The album blends classical training with modern production, reflecting Myers’ background and innovative approach to music
  4. And she’s back! Agnes returns to the top with the votes from poor uhsting who is still currently on 0. 1 I Trance - Agnes 59 ? 2 Borderline - Tove Styrke 56 ? 3 Kashmir - Escala 56 Chez Wombat 4 Bloodstream - Tokio Myers 49 ? 5 Blood - Equador 42 ? 6 You’ll Never Get To Heaven - Diana Vickers 41 Tafty 7 Baby Don’t Dance - Fleur East 40 ChrisJK 8 Chameleon Life - Daithi featuring Raye 34 ? 9 California - Amelia Lily 32 awardinary 10 Domino - Saara Aalto 26 ? 11 Racing Cars - Ruti 25 ? 12 Dub On The Track - Cher Lloyd et al. 25 Dobbo 13 Ladies In The ‘90s - Lauren Alaina 23 ? 14 I Do - Only The Young 22 Mangø 15 Misty Eye - Aiden Grimshaw 21 ? 16 Creep - Dannii Minogue 18 ? 17 Damaged - Danity Kane 17 Scene 18 Gladiator - Dami Im 17 ? 19 Alone By Heart - Clara Van Wel 13 ? 20 Breathe - Liberty X 10 Jade 21 Rock With Me - Reggie ‘n’ Bollie et al. 6 AllStarBySmashMouth 22 Nolwenn Ohwo! - Nolwenn Leroy 6 gooddelta 23 Think Of You - Christina Grimmie 0 uhsting Next it’s Brer
  5. Voter 11: uhsting (RIP Christina ❤️) Christina Grimmie’s “Think of You” is a deeply emotional pop ballad from her 2013 debut studio album With Love. It showcases her heartfelt songwriting and vocal vulnerability, reflecting themes of love, loss, and remembrance. 🎵 Song Summary: Theme: The song is about reflecting on a past relationship that still lingers in memory. Despite trying to move on, the narrator finds themselves revisiting moments and emotions tied to someone they once loved deeply. Lyrics Highlights: “I’m still letting you go, I just want you to know / That I think of you, think of you.” These lines express the bittersweet process of healing—acknowledging the past while trying to move forward. Musical Style: A gentle, piano-driven arrangement supports Grimmie’s expressive vocals. The song builds gradually, layering strings and harmonies to heighten its emotional impact. Production: Written by: Christina Grimmie and Andy Davis Produced by: Andy Davis Features contributions from Melodie Morris (cello) and Eric Robinson (engineering) 📀 Album Context: With Love was released independently and marked Grimmie’s transition from YouTube covers to original music. “Think of You” is the tenth track on the album and one of its most introspective moments.
  6. I should point out that you had 2 artist clashes before settling on Reggie ‘n’ Bollie I think? Bo Bruce and another.
  7. And the 12 for Escala takes them between the leading Swedish pop stars! 1 Borderline - Tove Styrke 56 ? 2 Kashmir - Escala 54 Chez Wombat 3 I Trance - Agnes 52 ? 4 You’ll Never Get To Heaven - Diana Vickers 40 Tafty 5 Bloodstream - Tokio Myers 37 ? 6 Baby Don’t Dance - Fleur East 36 ChrisJK 7 Blood - Equador 34 ? 8 California - Amelia Lily 32 awardinary 9 Chameleon Life - Daithi featuring Raye 31 ? 10 Dub On The Track - Cher Lloyd et al. 25 Dobbo 11 Ladies In The ‘90s - Lauren Alaina 23 ? 12 I Do - Only The Young 22 Mangø 13 Misty Eye - Aiden Grimshaw 21 ? 14 Racing Cars - Ruti 20 ? 15 Domino - Saara Aalto 20 ? 16 Creep - Dannii Minogue 18 ? 17 Damaged - Danity Kane 17 Scene 18 Alone By Heart - Clara Van Wel 13 ? 19 Breathe - Liberty X 10 Jade 20 Gladiator - Dami Im 7 ? 21 Rock With Me - Reggie ‘n’ Bollie et al. 6 AllStarBySmashMouth 22 Nolwenn Ohwo! - Nolwenn Leroy 6 gooddelta 23 Think Of You - Christina Grimmie 0 ? Next it’s uhsting
  8. Voter 10: AllStarBySmashMouth Reggie 'N' Bollie’s “Rock With Me” is a vibrant, feel-good track released on December 15, 2017, as part of their album Uncommon Favours. The song features UK rapper Ironik and singer Lauren Murray, blending pop, dancehall, and R&B influences into a smooth, romantic anthem. 🎵 Song Summary: Theme: The lyrics revolve around romantic connection, loyalty, and emotional warmth. Each artist contributes a unique perspective on love and companionship, with a recurring invitation to “rock with me” as a metaphor for closeness and shared experience. Structure: Reggie opens with a confident verse about turning someone’s life around with love and attention. Ironik adds a reflective, apologetic tone, expressing regret and a desire to make things right. Lauren Murray brings a soulful, melodic bridge, emphasizing emotional support and intimacy. Bollie closes with a passionate verse, reinforcing the commitment and desire to win someone’s heart. Chorus: “Baby do you wanna rock, you wanna rock, do you wanna rock with me?” This catchy hook is repeated throughout, creating a warm, danceable vibe. 🎧 Style & Production: Produced by: David Ezra Musical Style: A mix of Afropop rhythms, UK urban pop, and R&B melodies, with a laid-back yet rhythmic beat that makes it ideal for both radio and dance floors.
  9. And we finally have a change at the top! 1 Borderline - Tove Styrke 48 ? 2 I Trance - Agnes 46 ? 3 Kashmir - Escala 42 Chez Wombat 4 You’ll Never Get To Heaven - Diana Vickers 37 Tafty 5 Baby Don’t Dance - Fleur East 36 ChrisJK 6 Bloodstream - Tokio Myers 35 ? 7 California - Amelia Lily 32 awardinary 8 Chameleon Life - Daithi featuring Raye 31 ? 9 Blood - Equador 30 ? 10 Ladies In The ‘90s - Lauren Alaina 23 ? 11 Racing Cars - Ruti 20 ? 12 Domino - Saara Aalto 20 ? 13 Creep - Dannii Minogue 18 ? 14 Dub On The Track - Cher Lloyd et al. 18 Dobbo 15 Damaged - Danity Kane 17 Scene 16 Misty Eye - Aiden Grimshaw 16 ? 17 Alone By Heart - Clara Van Wel 13 ? 18 I Do - Only The Young 12 Mangø 19 Breathe - Liberty X 10 Jade 20 Gladiator - Dami Im 7 ? 21 Rock With Me - Reggie ‘n’ Bollie et al. 6 ? 22 Nolwenn Ohwo! - Nolwenn Leroy 5 gooddelta 23 Think Of You - Christina Grimmie 0 ? Next it’s AllStarBySmashMouth
  10. Voter 9: Mangø “I Do” by Only The Young is a heartfelt pop ballad released in 2015, showcasing the group’s signature blend of youthful energy and emotional sincerity. The song was their debut single, following their appearance on The X Factor UK in 2014. 🎵 Song Summary: Theme: “I Do” is about unrequited love and the longing to be with someone who is already in a relationship. The lyrics express a deep emotional connection and the fantasy of a future together, even if it feels out of reach. Key Lyrics: “If I had the chance, I would kiss you / I’d marry you now if I knew / That one day, they’d be out the picture / And I’d say ‘I do, I do, I do’.” These lines reflect the narrator’s hope that one day they’ll have the opportunity to express their love fully and commit to the person they adore. Musical Style: The track blends acoustic pop with harmonized vocals, giving it a warm, romantic feel. It’s both catchy and emotionally resonant, with a sing-along chorus that highlights the group’s vocal chemistry. Music Video: The official video features the band members in various romantic and whimsical settings, reinforcing the song’s themes of love, longing, and daydreaming about “what could be”
  11. Agnes has managed to hold the lead all the way so far, but Escala and Tove are very close and a few others are well placed. 1 I Trance - Agnes 46 ? 2 Kashmir - Escala 42 Chez Wombat 3 Borderline - Tove Styrke 40 ? 4 You’ll Never Get To Heaven - Diana Vickers 35 Tafty 5 Bloodstream - Tokio Myers 35 ? 6 Blood - Equador 29 ? 7 Chameleon Life - Daithi featuring Raye 27 ? 8 Baby Don’t Dance - Fleur East 26 ChrisJK 9 Ladies In The ‘90s - Lauren Alaina 23 ? 10 California - Amelia Lily 20 awardinary 11 Creep - Dannii Minogue 18 ? 12 Racing Cars - Ruti 17 ? 13 Damaged - Danity Kane 17 Scene 14 Misty Eye - Aiden Grimshaw 16 ? 15 Domino - Saara Aalto 13 ? 16 Alone By Heart - Clara Van Wel 13 ? 17 I Do - Only The Young 12 ? 18 Dub On The Track - Cher Lloyd et al. 12 Dobbo 19 Breathe - Liberty X 10 Jade 20 Rock With Me - Reggie ‘n’ Bollie et al. 6 ? 21 Nolwenn Ohwo! - Nolwenn Leroy 5 gooddelta 22 Gladiator - Dami Im 2 ? 23 Think Of You - Christina Grimmie 0 ? Next is Mangø
  12. Voter 8: Scene Danity Kane’s “Damaged” is a standout pop-R&B track released in 2008 as the lead single from their second studio album, Welcome to the Dollhouse. It became one of their biggest hits, peaking at #10 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and earning a Platinum certification from the RIAA 🎵 Song Summary: Theme: “Damaged” explores the emotional aftermath of a broken relationship. The lyrics are a plea for healing, with the narrator asking a new partner if they have the patience and emotional tools to help mend a heart that’s been hurt before. Key Lyrics: “Do you got a first aid kit handy? / Do you know how to patch up a wound?” These lines metaphorically frame love as both the injury and the cure, emphasizing vulnerability and the need for trust Musical Style: The song blends electropop and R&B with a catchy, rhythmic hook. The repetition of the word “damaged” and the spelling out of “h-e-a-r-t” give it a memorable, chant-like quality. 🎬 Music Video: Set in a futuristic, heart-themed environment, the video features the group performing in a stylized medical setting. The members appear as both patients and doctors, symbolizing the dual roles of being hurt and healing others. The video ends with a man waking up in his bedroom with a note reading “Tired of the damage – DK”, reinforcing the song’s emotional message . 🏆 Recognition: Nominated for Best Pop Video and Best Dancing in a Video at the 2008 MTV Video Music Awards. Ranked #38 on Billboard’s “100 Greatest Girl Group Songs of All Time” in 2017
  13. And suddenly it’s all very close in the Top 5! 1 I Trance - Agnes 40 ? 2 Borderline - Tove Styrke 36 ? 3 You’ll Never Get To Heaven - Diana Vickers 35 Tafty 4 Bloodstream - Tokio Myers 35 ? 5 Kashmir - Escala 32 Chez Wombat 6 Blood - Equador 29 ? 7 Chameleon Life - Daithi featuring Raye 24 ? 8 Baby Don’t Dance - Fleur East 21 ChrisJK 9 California - Amelia Lily 20 awardinary 10 Racing Cars - Ruti 17 ? 11 Damaged - Danity Kane 17 ? 12 Domino - Saara Aalto 13 ? 13 Alone By Heart - Clara Van Wel 13 ? 14 Dub On The Track - Cher Lloyd et al. 12 Dobbo 15 I Do - Only The Young 11 ? 16 Ladies In The ‘90s - Lauren Alaina 11 ? 17 Creep - Dannii Minogue 10 ? 18 Misty Eye - Aiden Grimshaw 9 ? 19 Breathe - Liberty X 8 Jade 20 Rock With Me - Reggie ‘n’ Bollie et al. 6 ? 21 Nolwenn Ohwo! - Nolwenn Leroy 5 gooddelta 22 Gladiator - Dami Im 2 ? 23 Think Of You - Christina Grimmie 0 ? Next up is Scene
  14. Voter 7: Dobbo Cher Lloyd’s “Dub on the Track” is a bold, genre-blending song from her 2011 debut album Sticks + Stones. It stands out for its fusion of pop, grime, and dubstep, and features collaborations with UK grime artists Mic Righteous, Dot Rotten, and Ghetts. 🎵 Song Overview: Album: Sticks + Stones (Track 9 on the standard edition) Genre: Pop with grime and dubstep influences Featured Artists: Mic Righteous, Dot Rotten, Ghetts 🎤 Theme & Style: The song is a high-energy, attitude-filled anthem where Cher asserts her individuality and confidence. The repeated line “I’m the kinda girl to put dub on the track” emphasizes her boldness and willingness to break genre boundaries. Each featured rapper brings their own gritty, streetwise verses, contrasting with Cher’s polished pop vocals. The lyrics touch on themes of self-empowerment, resilience, and artistic authenticity. 🎧 Notable Elements: Production: Heavy basslines, electronic beats, and grime-style flows. Lyrical Edge: The song includes clever wordplay and assertive lines like: “I’m a machine, couple screws loose, but I’m running smoothly.” Reception: Though not released as a single, it gained attention for its unexpected collaborations and genre crossover, especially given Cher’s mainstream pop image and her association with Simon Cowell’s label.
  15. And the leaderboard tightens again, with Diana, Tove and Bo all moving within striking distance. 1 I Trance - Agnes 40 ? 2 You’ll Never Get To Heaven - Diana Vickers 33 Tafty 3 Borderline - Tove Styrke 30 ? 4 Blood - Equador 29 ? 5 Kashmir - Escala 25 Chez Wombat 6 Bloodstream - Tokio Myers 25 ? 7 Baby Don’t Dance - Fleur East 21 ChrisJK 8 Chameleon Life - Daithi featuring Raye 19 ? 9 Racing Cars - Ruti 17 ? 10 Domino - Saara Aalto 13 ? 11 Damaged - Danity Kane 13 ? 12 Alone By Heart - Clara Van Wel 13 ? 13 Dub On The Track - Cher Lloyd et al. 12 ? 14 I Do - Only The Young 11 ? 15 Ladies In The ‘90s - Lauren Alaina 11 ? 16 Creep - Dannii Minogue 9 ? 17 California - Amelia Lily 8 awardinary 18 Rock With Me - Reggie ‘n’ Bollie et al. 6 ? 19 Breathe - Liberty X 5 Jade 20 Nolwenn Ohwo! - Nolwenn Leroy 5 gooddelta 21 Gladiator - Dami Im 2 ? 22 Misty Eye - Aiden Grimshaw 1 ? 23 Think Of You - Christina Grimmie 0 ? Next is Dobbo
  16. Voter 6: gooddelta gooddelta had originally entered “White Light Moment” by Tove Styrke. We had no issue with his entry but he decided to self veto as it had appeared in another spin off contest, allowing someone else to enter “Borderline”. Nolwenn Leroy’s “Nolwenn Ohwo!” is a vibrant French pop single released on 23 January 2006 as the lead track from her second studio album Histoires Naturelles. It marked a significant moment in her career, showcasing her evolving artistic identity and achieving notable commercial success. 🎵 Song Overview: Genre: French Pop Length: 4:34 (album version) Writers: Nolwenn Leroy, Alain Souchon, Laurent Voulzy Producers: Laurent Voulzy, Franck Eulry 🌟 Chart Performance: #1 on the French Singles Chart Top 3 in Belgium (Wallonia) Also charted in Switzerland and on the Eurochart Hot 100 🎶 Musical Style & Theme: “Nolwenn Ohwo!” blends poetic lyrics with a catchy, melodic structure. The song explores themes of life’s unpredictability, emotional longing, and personal reflection, wrapped in a whimsical and slightly mysterious tone. Its title phrase “Ohwo!” adds a playful, expressive flair that punctuates the song’s emotional highs. 📀 Release & Reception: Initially released digitally in December 2005, followed by a limited CD single in January 2006. The song was performed during her Histoires Naturelles tour and included in both studio and live versions.
  17. Chez’s votes bring some more songs into contention and take all but 1 off 0. 1 I Trance - Agnes 37 ? 2 You’ll Never Get To Heaven - Diana Vickers 25 Tafty 3 Bloodstream - Tokio Myers 25 ? 4 Kashmir - Escala 23 Chez Wombat 5 Borderline - Tove Styrke 20 ? 6 Chameleon Life - Daithi featuring Raye 19 ? 7 Blood - Equador 17 ? 8 Racing Cars - Ruti 16 ? 9 Baby Don’t Dance - Fleur East 15 ChrisJK 10 Damaged - Danity Kane 13 ? 11 I Do - Only The Young 11 ? 12 Ladies In The ‘90s - Lauren Alaina 11 ? 13 Creep - Dannii Minogue 9 ? 14 California - Amelia Lily 8 awardinary 15 Dub On The Track - Cher Lloyd et al. 8 ? 15 Alone By Heart - Clara Van Wel 8 ? 17 Domino - Saara Aalto 6 ? 18 Rock With Me - Reggie ‘n’ Bollie et al. 6 ? 19 Breathe - Liberty X 5 Jade 20 Nolwenn Ohwo! - Nolwenn Leroy 5 ? 21 Gladiator - Dami Im 2 ? 22 Misty Eye - Aiden Grimshaw 1 ? 23 Think Of You - Christina Grimmie 0 ? Next is gooddelta
  18. Voter 5: Chez Wombat Escala’s “Kashmir” is a powerful instrumental cover of the iconic Led Zeppelin track, featured on their 2009 debut album Escala. The piece is a standout example of the group’s signature style—a fusion of classical string instrumentation with modern rock and electronic elements. 🎻 About the Track: Original Song: “Kashmir” was originally written and performed by Led Zeppelin in 1975, composed by Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, and John Bonham. Escala’s Version: Their rendition is a dramatic, cinematic reinterpretation that retains the epic scale of the original while replacing vocals and guitars with electric strings and orchestral textures. Collaboration: This version features Slash, the legendary guitarist from Guns N’ Roses, adding a gritty rock edge to the classical arrangement 📀 Album & Performance: Included on their self-titled debut album Escala (2009), produced by Trevor Horn. Escala performed “Kashmir” live on several high-profile occasions, including Britain’s Got Talent and The Oprah Winfrey Show, helping to cement their reputation as a crossover classical act 🎼 Style & Impact: The track blends rock, classical, and electronic influences, showcasing Escala’s ability to reinterpret classic rock anthems in a fresh, instrumental format. It helped define their sound and appeal to both classical and mainstream audiences.
  19. An Agnes snub bringing everyone else back into the game, as Escala move into 2nd place. 1 I Trance - Agnes 34 ? 2 Kashmir - Escala 23 ? 3 You’ll Never Get To Heaven - Diana Vickers 19 Tafty 4 Chameleon Life - Daithi featuring Raye 18 ? 5 Baby Don’t Dance - Fleur East 15 ChrisJK 6 Bloodstream - Tokio Myers 15 ? 7 Borderline - Tove Styrke 13 ? 8 Damaged - Danity Kane 13 ? 9 Racing Cars - Ruti 12 ? 10 I Do - Only The Young 11 ? 11 Ladies In The ‘90s - Lauren Alaina 11 ? 12 Creep - Dannii Minogue 9 ? 13 California - Amelia Lily 8 awardinary 13 Dub On The Track - Cher Lloyd et al. 8 ? 15 Domino - Saara Aalto 6 ? 16 Rock With Me - Reggie ‘n’ Bollie et al. 6 ? 17 Blood - Equador 5 ? 18 Breathe - Liberty X 3 Jade 19 Gladiator - Dami Im 2 ? 20 Misty Eye - Aiden Grimshaw 1 ? 21 Nolwenn Ohwo! - Nolwenn Leroy 0 ? 22 Think Of You - Christina Grimmie 0 ? 23 Alone By Heart - Clara Van Wel 0 ? Next is Chez
  20. Voter 4: awardinary Amelia Lily’s “California” is a pop-rock single released in September 2014, marking a new chapter in her music career after parting ways with her previous label. Here's a summary of the song and its background: 🎵 Song Overview: Genre: Pop rock / Pop punk Length: 3:28 Writers: Amelia Lily, Tim Woodcock, Steve Rushton Label: East West / Warner 🌴 Theme & Meaning: “California” is about a long-distance relationship between two people living in London and Los Angeles, constantly missing each other as they travel back and forth. Amelia described it as a fun, summery song that reflects the emotional strain of being apart from someone you care about due to conflicting schedules. She hinted that the song was inspired by a real relationship, possibly with Adam Pitts from the band Lawson, though she didn’t confirm this directly 🎬 Music Video: Filmed in Los Angeles, the video features Amelia and a love interest (played by America’s Next Top Model contestant Chris Schellenger) enjoying iconic locations like Santa Monica Pier and playing tennis. The visuals match the song’s breezy, West Coast vibe. 📉 Chart Performance: Peaked at #83 on the UK Singles Chart, making it her first single to miss the Top 40. Despite modest chart success, it marked a creative turning point for Amelia, who had just signed a new record deal and was preparing for her debut album.
  21. And so with 2 12s and a 10, Agnes is off to a flying start with everyone else seemingly nowhere. But will it last? 1 I Trance - Agnes 34 ? 2 Chameleon Life - Daithi featuring Raye 13 ? 3 You’ll Never Get To Heaven - Diana Vickers 13 Tafty 3 Damaged - Danity Kane 13 ? 5 Kashmir - Escala 13 ? 6 Ladies In The ‘90s - Lauren Alaina 11 ? 7 I Do - Only The Young 10 ? 8 Borderline - Tove Styrke 9 ? 9 Creep - Dannii Minogue 9 ? 10 California - Amelia Lily 8 ? 10 Bloodstream - Tokio Myers 8 ? 10 Dub On The Track - Cher Lloyd et al. 8 ? 13 Rock With Me - Reggie ‘n’ Bollie et al. 6 ? 14 Blood - Equador 5 ? 15 Domino - Saara Aalto 4 ? 15 Racing Cars - Ruti 4 Jade 17 Baby Don’t Dance - Fleur East 3 ChrisJK 18 Gladiator - Dami Im 2 ? 19 Misty Eye - Aiden Grimshaw 1 ? 20 Breathe - Liberty X 0 ? 21 Nolwenn Ohwo! - Nolwenn Leroy 0 ? 22 Think Of You - Christina Grimmie 0 ? 23 Alone By Heart - Clara Van Wel 0 ? Next is awardinary
  22. Voter 3: Tafty Diana Vickers’ “You’ll Never Get to Heaven” is a track from her 2010 debut album Songs from the Tainted Cherry Tree. It blends electropop and indie-pop elements with a youthful, rebellious energy. 🎵 Song Summary: Theme: The song captures the excitement and emotional tension of a night out, where the narrator is drawn to someone across a crowded club. It’s about longing, connection, and the thrill of the chase, set against a backdrop of flashing strobe lights and pulsing music. Lyrics: The chorus line — “You’ll never get to heaven if you dance like that” — is both playful and metaphorical. It suggests that holding back or being too self-conscious can keep you from truly experiencing joy or love. Tone: The song is energetic and flirtatious, with a mix of dreamy synths and a driving beat that mirrors the club setting it describes. Production: Produced by Starsmith, known for his work with Ellie Goulding, the track features polished pop production with a slightly edgy, alternative twist.
  23. 1 I Trance - Agnes 22 ? 2 Chameleon Life - Daithi featuring Raye 13 ? 3 You’ll Never Get To Heaven - Diana Vickers 13 ? 4 Creep - Dannii Minogue 9 ? 5 California - Amelia Lily 8 ? 5 Bloodstream - Tokio Myers 8 ? 7 Ladies In The ‘90s - Lauren Alaina 7 ? 8 Rock With Me - Reggie ‘n’ Bollie et al. 6 ? 8 Kashmir - Escala 6 ? 10 I Do - Only The Young 5 ? 10 Blood - Equador 5 ? 12 Domino - Saara Aalto 4 ? 12 Racing Cars - Ruti 4 ? 14 Borderline - Tove Styrke 3 ? 15 Damaged - Danity Kane 3 ? 16 Breathe - Liberty X 0 Jade 16 Nolwenn Ohwo! - Nolwenn Leroy 0 ? 16 Dub On The Track - Cher Lloyd et al. 0 ? 16 Misty Eye - Aiden Grimshaw 0 ? 16 Think Of You - Christina Grimmie 0 ? 16 Alone By Heart - Clara Van Wel 0 ? 16 Gladiator - Dami Im 0 ? 16 Baby Don’t Dance - Fleur East 0 ChrisJK Next is Tafty
  24. Voter 2: Jade Liberty X’s song “Breathe” is a lesser-known track that served as the B-side to their 2002 chart-topping single “Just a Little.” Though it didn’t receive the same level of mainstream attention, it showcases the group’s signature blend of smooth R&B vocals and emotional pop production. 🎵 Song Summary: Theme: “Breathe” is a heartfelt plea for emotional space and understanding in a relationship. The lyrics reflect vulnerability, with the narrator asking their partner not to rush them or misinterpret their need for time as rejection. Tone: The song carries a melancholic yet soothing tone, with layered harmonies and a slow, reflective tempo. Notable Lyrics: “Don’t say I’m giving you some attitude / I’m just taking my own time.” This line captures the essence of the song—balancing personal boundaries with emotional connection. 📀 Context: Release: May 2002, as a B-side to “Just a Little.” Album: Not featured on the main version of their debut album Thinking It Over, but included in some international editions and bonus track listings.
  25. 1 Chameleon Life - Daithi featuring Raye 12 ? 2 I Trance - Agnes 10 ? 3 California - Amelia Lily 8 ? 4 Ladies In The ‘90s - Lauren Alaina 7 ? 5 Rock With Me - Reggie ‘n’ Bollie et al. 6 ? 6 I Do - Only The Young 5 ? 7 Domino - Saara Aalto 4 ? 8 You’ll Never Get To Heaven - Diana Vickers 3 ? 9 Creep - Dannii Minogue 2 ? 10 Borderline - Tove Styrke 1 ? 11 Breathe - Liberty X 0 ? 11 Nolwenn Ohwo! - Nolwenn Leroy 0 ? 11 Damaged - Danity Kane 0 ? 11 Kashmir - Escala 0 ? 11 Dub On The Track - Cher Lloyd et al. 0 ? 11 Misty Eye - Aiden Grimshaw 0 ? 11 Think Of You - Christina Grimmie 0 ? 11 Alone By Heart - Clara Van Wel 0 ? 11 Gladiator - Dami Im 0 ? 11 Baby Don’t Dance - Fleur East 0 ChrisJK 11 Blood - Equador 0 ? 11 Bloodstream - Tokio Myers 0 ? 11 Racing Cars - Ruti 0 ? Next up: Jade