Ciara - Overdose

This is the latest single from the R&B songstress' self-titled album. The suggestive Electro-Pop based R&B song is one of the catchiest ones she has released in several years. Produced by Josh Abraham, this one has the potential to crossover to Pop. An addition of a rapper may be necessary for this to work on her home format. But with some of the Dance-oriented songs having done reasonably well in the last few years, it might not be absolutely necessary, but it would help.

Listen to the song here:


Grade: A

Vanessa Elisha - Home To Me

This is the latest single from the up and coming R&B singer/songwriter. "Home To Me" is a smooth midtempo that instantly calls to mind Ciara's "Promise". The production is in a very similar vein as that song. Vanessa's voice calls to mind various R&B songstresses such as Aaliyah, Ciara, and Tamia. The only issue is with song's instrumental production and the looped vocal sample, it slightly overpowers the singing so listen a little extra carefully when checking it out. This is a great track.

Listen to the song and download it here:


-Watch the music video here (YouTube)

Grade: A-

Ciara featuring T-Pain - Go Girl

This is the first, proper single off of her upcoming third album entitled Fantasy Ride. Immediately calling to mind "Kiss Kiss" by Chris Brown with its synths, this song manages to stand on its own. Ciara's vocals are heavily vocoded, however she sounds decent. A little better than usual. T-Pain's rap portion is long enough. It could be easily edited for even more streamlined play. The lyrics are a little racy, but nothing we haven't heard before. Unfortunately, this song doesn't have a "hook" the way some of her past singles did. With the right alternate remix, possibly with another artist guest starring, this one may be able to generate a lasting impression.

Grade: C+