| Alright, Still | 
 enlarge | Artist: Lily Allen
Label: Capitol Records
Category: Music
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Avg. Customer Rating:  110 reviews
Sales Rank: 1235
Format: Explicit Lyrics
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 4.9 x 0.4
MPN: 75466
UPC: 094637546628
EAN: 0094637546628
ASIN: B000KG5EQE
Release Date: January 30, 2007
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 Funky Hip - "Pop" February 9, 2007
9 out of 13 found this review helpful
This album is a genre blending cornakopeia. First and foremost is her roots in british hip-hop, some might say she is the female counterpart to Mike Skinner of the Streets, however I am not a huge fan of hip-hop therefore I will not wax intelligent about it.
There are a few pure pop songs on here with "Smile," "LDN," and to some extent "Alfie." These are really good pop oriented songs that deserve more air play than what is actually being played. She even has some reggae influence in her music.
It wasn't great, but then again, I'm not a huge hip-hop fan.
 A bit of cheek and some true talent make for a entertaining debut January 30, 2007
6 out of 11 found this review helpful
Success breeds resentment in music, and Lily Allen has already caused a bit of a backlash in the UK, where her debut disc rocketed up the charts. Making a name for herself by posting some of her studio tracks on MySpace, Allen was quickly picked up by a major label distributor and its all been uphill from there. "Allright, Still" is the debut US release by Allen, a record showcasing her sly and brutal wit, her love of clever lyrics, and the mosh of musical genres that influence her winning sound. Allen, it would seem, is going to be around for a while.
The biting, sly wit of the first single, "Smile" is a perfect showcase for Allen. Recounting the break-up of a significent love, Allen drapes her clever revenge in a standard song of woe. Girl power indeed. "Knock Em Out" is a knife-edged take on the populace of single bars and pubs while the reggae-tinged horns of the track "LDN" wrap insightful and witty lyrics in a sun-kissed melody. "Everything's Just Wonderful" is by far the best track on the album, combining elements of jazz, techno, and even a shade of bossa nova into an addictive melody. "Little Things" is a gentle ode to lost love, and "Alfie" fondly recounts the tale of Allen's little brother, who apparently has a bit of a fondness for the green.
Allen may not be the world's most talented vocalist, and certainly her music doesn't break any new boundries, but her lyrics, sharp wit, and ability to combine musical styles into addictive melodies make her one to watch. The production values on this album are wonderful; the sound is crisp and clear, and Allen seems to work much better on disc than on stage, where her voice occasionally betrays her. This is one of the more entertaining debuts to come across in quite a while and worth buying or downloading in full, but if you just want a few tracks to nibble one, download "Everything's Just Wonderful", "LDN", "Smile" and "Knock Em Out". Recommended.
A.G. Corwin
St.Louis, MO
Impetuous April 9, 2007
6 out of 9 found this review helpful
On her impressive debut album, Lily Allen isn't trying to sound wise beyond her years, and that's a good thing. Listening to "Alright, Still" you get an authentic view inside the head of a 21-year-old girl. Like most 21-year-olds, she's a bit obsessed with romantic relationships, and she's quick to blame the guy when things go sour ("Smile", "Not Big"). She likes going out, but hates when cheesy, unattractive guys hit on her ("Knock 'Em Out") or when other girls get confrontational or competitive ("Friday Night"). She hates when older people give condescending, unsolicited advice ("Take What You Take"), and she's already old enough to have experienced some of the frustrations and disappointments of adult life ("Everything's Just Wonderful"). And she's just starting to become more observant and concerned about the world around her, either when she sees muggers or prostitutes in her native London ("LDN") or when she sees her younger brother wasting his life away by smoking too much reefer ("Alfie").
With bright, pastiche music and spunky, witty lyrics, "Alright, Still" showcases a fresh, rising new talent.
 Thank you, iTunes May 21, 2007
6 out of 8 found this review helpful
"Smile" was an iTunes free-single-of-the-week and I loved it. But I hate DRM and cheap sample rates, so I bought the CD. This is the best "blind" purchase I ever made! Such bitter lyrics, such a sweet voice and melody, such a groovy beat... Wow. While this can be taken as a real "grrl power" kind of album, it's still a joy to listen.
And don't let the language put you off - the swear words are few and far between, and lyrically appropriate (not gratuitous). If this still bothers you, there is a "clean" version as well.
 WAY TOO HYPED! June 20, 2007
6 out of 10 found this review helpful
I saw Lily Allen play a gig in Boston and I had never heard her music before. I thought she was cute and her music was very upbeat- i was glad i got a chance to see her live. After the concert, however, I went home and downloaded this CD and i HATE it. Her voice gets annoying and the songs all sound the same after a while. She is definitly better live, and that probably has to do with her visual appeal. Take that away and she has little.
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