I posted this track a few days ago, but that was just a sh*tty radio rip (ya’ll know I hate that crap), so thought I’d repost with the CDQ version, plus some new artwork.
Alexandra Burke Feat Flo Rida – “Bad Boys”
When I posted it before, I said I didn’t have a lot of time to listen to it fully and properly, so couldn’t really say much on it. Now, after listening to it clearly, I can say I’m not 100% feeling this. It’s a weird song choice, they could have done A LOT more with Alexandra. Her voice is, as we all know, great and it suits both ballads and up tempo’s. And while I think it’s great that they chose an upbeat song for her to debut, why this? Why Flo Rida?
Alexandra’s voice suits R&B – you can’t get around that. Why the f*ck are labels scared of exploiting that? This crossover pop-hybrid is insulting. I ask: if Alexandra was still a nobody trying to make it, would she have a) liked this track and b) imaged this would have been her debut? Taking into account her idol is Beyonce?
…Think we all know the answer to that. Unfortunately I’m unimpressed.
Peace, Love & Alexandra Burke
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