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I Dreamed a Dream (US version)Artist: Susan Boyle
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Tracks:
1 Wild Horses - 4:55
2 I Dreamed a Dream - 3:10
3 Cry Me a River - 2:42
4 How Great Thou Art - 3:12
5 You'll See - 4:42
6 Daydream Believer - 3:19
7 Up to the Mountain - 3:31
8 Amazing Grace - 3:35
9 Who I Was Born to Be - 4:09
10 Proud - 3:22
11 The End of the World - 3:15
12 Silent Night - 2:59
Performer Notes - Personnel: John Parricelli (guitar); Steve Mac (piano, keyboards, synthesizer); Dave Arch (piano); Chris Laws (drums); Mae McKenna (background vocals).
- Audio Mixer: Ren Swan.
- Recording information: Air Studios, London; Rokstone Studios, London; Sphere Studios.
- Arranger: Steve Mac.
- Susan Boyle's grand unveiling on Britain's Got Talent was with a song from Les Miserables - the very song that lends this album its title -- and if she could become an international sensation based on a show tune standard, there's no reason for her to change her approach on her debut, since that's the sound that made her a star. Plus, a large part of Boyle's appeal is that she's a middle-aged woman recalling a bygone era when there were singers that appealed to an adult audience by offering soft, stately versions of pop hits and standards. That time was the late `60s and early `70s, and apart from a rather faithful version of Madonna's "You'll See," I Dreamed a Dream could very well have been released all those years ago, as it mixes up the show tunes, gospel, and Christmas carols with covers of Skeeter Davis' "The End of the World," the Rolling Stones' "Wild Horses," and a version of "Daydream Believer" that is easily the slowest on record. Boyle sings beautifully throughout, delivering more of the same of what she did in her moment in the sun on television. Those won over by Boyle, either her voice or story, will surely be satisfied. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine
- There's no question that Susan Boyle's story is inspiring, but the same adjective can't quite apply to her debut, I Dreamed a Dream. This is almost a willful antonym of "inspiring" -- it is not stirring, rousing, or stimulating, it is sleepy, reserved, and placid, but is that a surprise? Boyle's grand unveiling on Britain's Got Talent was with a song from Les Miserables -- the very song that lends this album its title -- and if she could become an international sensation based on a show tune standard, there's no reason for her to change her approach on her debut, since that's the sound that made her a star. Plus, a large part of Boyle's appeal is that she's a middle-aged woman singing middlebrow material, recalling a bygone era when there were singers that appealed to an adult audience by offering soft, stately versions of pop hits and standards. That time was the late `60s and early `70s, and apart from a rather faithful version of Madonna's "You'll See," I Dreamed a Dream could very well have been released all those years ago, as it mixes up the show tunes, gospel, and Christmas carols with covers of Skeeter Davis' "The End of the World," the Rolling Stones' "Wild Horses," and a version of "Daydream Believer" that is easily the most lugubrious on record. Boyle never digs into the intent of the lyrics, but she sings beautifully throughout, delivering more of the same of what she did in her moment in the sun on television. And, frankly, that's all she needs to do: those won over by Boyle, either her voice or story, will surely be satisfied, and those expecting more were never likely to listen to I Dreamed a Dream in the first place. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine
Professional Reviews Entertainment Weekly (p.95) - "[T]he lady's 'Cry Me a River' does pack a strangely sensual punch..."
| Producer: | Steve Mac | | Format: | CD | | UPC: | 886975982929 | | Release Date: | 24 November, 2009 |
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 – Customer review on 28/11/2009
I love this.Susan Boyle has an amazing voice.Like nothing ever heard before it all comes out in this cd.I think no matter what type of music you like.You would have to see the beauty in this voice.The songs are all great.PLEASE BUY THIS CD.YOU WILL LOVE IT ! Really worth your money.
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 – Customer review on 12/03/2010
Had to hear this album for myself - the first three songs were great - what a stunning voice Susan has. Unfortunately the rest of her choices for the album didn't do it for me.
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– Customer review on 11/03/2010
This is a CD that is trullt inspiring, I love it. "Wild Horses" remind me of my father, he was an owner and trainer of Trotting Horses,and I'm sure he would've loved this song.This Lady is to be put up there with all the other "Songbirds"
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 – Customer review on 10/03/2010
Susan Boyle has a lovely voice and it is very much an easy listening selection. It has been a popular CD among my friends. The songs are well known and probably many people will already have these songs in their collection sung by different artists.
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– Customer review on 09/03/2010
Very disappointing The song she sang for the contest is really good but the rest were very average. At the price reasonable value Any dearer would have been less so.
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– Customer review on 01/03/2010
I am pleased to have the recording - especially in view of the story that sits behind it and it being the first for Susan Boyle. Some of the songs hint at her lack of confidence and there are probably better versions of them by the original singers but it is very easy listening.
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– Customer review on 25/02/2010
I have really enjoyed this CD and wholeheartedly endorse reviews by others. She has a lovely voice, sings with feeling. Paul Henry has no taste or decency if all he can say is to make distasteful remarks.
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– Customer review on 25/02/2010
this was an absolutely fabulous CD to listen to.I brought an extra one for my flatmate an she had it cranked up full blast on her sounds.I am very happy no i am over the moon with this purchase.Thanks to fishpond for it.A++++++++++++++++
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– Customer review on 24/02/2010
An absolute fantastic collection of music from a wonderful performer. Susan Boyle performed each of the songs with an sincere honesty that stir one's deepest emotions. Each song is as if it tells us something about Susan the person. A really good record of someone who has so much to give the world. It is astounding! A very good buy! Cannot stop listening to this CD! It is a present that keeps on giving!
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 – Customer review on 11/01/2010
Susan Boyle as a truly beautiful voice, however her choice of songs sadly misguided
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