Next To Me
Emeli Sandé
Virgin Records
2012 is looking bright for Scottish born Emeli Sande, who is
currently riding high from the success her own UK No.2 for Heaven as well as starring in Professor Green’s No.1 hit “Read All About It”. But it is not just
commercial success Emeli is currently receiving. Her material released so far
has caught the attention of critics and music moguls alike, having already been
awarded the Critics Choice Award at
this year’s Brits, as well as being
nominated numerous times for Best
Newcomer at various ceremonies. Her
much anticipated debut album is due to be released in the UK on the 13th
of February, with Next To Me being
the 3rd single to be lifted from it.
The basis of this song is completely different to her
previous singles Heaven and Daddy. Whereas Heaven had Sande’s voice soaring over an epic drum and bass
backing, reminiscent of Katy B’s underground sound, Next To Me is a much more blues inspired piece. It is a purely
piano-driven number, with a thumping drum-beat to accompany it. There are hints
here of the American-Blues style that was seen on Adele’s latest album 21.(Emeli’s real name is actually Adele,
but thought it best to change it!) However,
that doesn’t mean that Emeli doesn’t have her own unique sound. Her soulful
vocals intertwine beautifully with this new style, while the uplifting
“Woo-Hoos” make it almost irresistible for the listener not to join in.
Both musically and lyrically it is a fun and moving song
that showcases Emeli both as a writer and singer. If this pure musical talent transcends into
every song on her upcoming album, titled Our
Version Of Events, then it is surely destined for the Number one slot.
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