Free Yourself

Free Yourself

Editorial Reviews

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Few would accuse Fantasia of a reluctance to abide by the wisdom that what you've got, you should flaunt, and the vocal gusto she slathers over her full-length debut gets partial credit for earning--and keeping--your attention. To a greater extent, though, the high-wattage help heaped over the Idol 3 champ and Patti LaBelle-sound-alike makes the disc dazzle. In addition to pitch-ins from Missy Elliott, who produced and co-wrote three tracks and busts out a two-snaps-up rhyme on "Selfish (I Want U 2 Myself)," Jazze Pha duets on the ultra-mod "Don't Act Right" and Jermaine Dupri wrote and produced the smolderer "Got Me Waiting." Surprisingly, though, it's not those tracks or even the Idol-propelled cover of the Gershwins' "Summertime" that will stick with listeners most. Instead, first single "Truth Is," a sweet, old-school R&B lament directed toward a lost love, and "Baby Mama," a spirited shout-out to hard-working single mothers, snare standout status with their from-the-gut authenticity. Keeping it real is what won Fantasia the hearts of millions on TV, and despite Free Yourself's likable slickness, it convinces that--hot commodity or no--she's not about to forget it. -Tammy La Gorce

Free Yourself,Fantasia Barrino,J-Records,Adult Contemporary,Contemporary R&B,Pop,R&B,Soul/R & B,Teen Pop,Urban


Free Yourself
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Total Garbage
  • c'mon now
  • Nice little debut
  • Could not get past Baby Mama
  • I didnt know the chipmunks won American Idol
Free Yourself
Fantasia Barrino
Manufacturer: J-Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00065BYAY
Release Date: 2004-11-23

Tracks:

  1. Ain't Gonna Beg
  2. Free Yourself
  3. Truth Is
  4. Selfish
  5. Summertime
  6. Baby Mama
  7. Got Me Waiting
  8. It's All Good
  9. You Were Always On My Mind
  10. Good Lovin
  11. Don't Act Right
  12. This Is Me
  13. I Believe

Amazon.com

Few would accuse Fantasia of a reluctance to abide by the wisdom that what you've got, you should flaunt, and the vocal gusto she slathers over her full-length debut gets partial credit for earning--and keeping--your attention. To a greater extent, though, the high-wattage help heaped over the Idol 3 champ and Patti LaBelle-sound-alike makes the disc dazzle. In addition to pitch-ins from Missy Elliott, who produced and co-wrote three tracks and busts out a two-snaps-up rhyme on "Selfish (I Want U 2 Myself)," Jazze Pha duets on the ultra-mod "Don't Act Right" and Jermaine Dupri wrote and produced the smolderer "Got Me Waiting." Surprisingly, though, it's not those tracks or even the Idol-propelled cover of the Gershwins' "Summertime" that will stick with listeners most. Instead, first single "Truth Is," a sweet, old-school R&B lament directed toward a lost love, and "Baby Mama," a spirited shout-out to hard-working single mothers, snare standout status with their from-the-gut authenticity. Keeping it real is what won Fantasia the hearts of millions on TV, and despite Free Yourself's likable slickness, it convinces that--hot commodity or no--she's not about to forget it. -Tammy La Gorce

Customer Reviews:

1 out of 5 stars Total Garbage.......2007-02-27

This album and this artist should never be heard. There were sooo many more talented people on American Idol when she won. This album is a perfect example of that. All the studio effects in the world can't help this over-rated, so-called singer. You can't make chicken salad out of chicken s$%^.

3 out of 5 stars c'mon now.......2007-02-16

what happened to that voice we wanted to hear from American Idol? maybe it was the choice of songs but I really was disappointed.

4 out of 5 stars Nice little debut.......2007-01-02

When the three diva's Jennifer Hudson, Latoya London and Fantasia Barrino
were killing the competiion on Amercian Idol in 2004 it was almost a given that an female R&B singer would take the crown that year. Well Fantasia ended up taking the crown and lived up to her promise on her first CD. Her first single Truth Is was an excllent R&B single and the song Baby Mama was catchy and fun.

2 out of 5 stars Could not get past Baby Mama .......2006-12-29

I am sorry but I could not get past the Baby Mama song. Unlike some of the other complaints it does not bother me if people are single moms or had a child out of wedlock. The whole "baby mama" stuff is just so played out and ignorant sounding. There must have been a more classy way for her to get her story across and empower moms. She has a great voice but this song was beneath her, it ruined it for me.

1 out of 5 stars I didnt know the chipmunks won American Idol.......2006-12-22

Although the music porition of the cd has potential, the singer has a horrible voice. I am surprised not more people have noted that she sounds like a chipmunk. Like past AI winners, this is a sore loser in the end. Bleh!
Set Yourself Free
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Ryan Bong's Flood Ritual review
Set Yourself Free
Flood Ritual
Manufacturer: Hits Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

GeneralGeneral | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
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ASIN: B00081URCW
Release Date: 2005-03-12

Tracks:

  1. Lifeless
  2. Innocence
  3. Amazing
  4. Break Me Down
  5. Fiend
  6. The Rain
  7. Greed
  8. She Said
  9. Touch My Soul
  10. Real
  11. Set Yourself Free

Product Description

Pick up your very own Flood Ritual album today consisting of popular melodically driven songs that cater to all audience's. Flood Ritual took their time to complete this album to make certain that they would please their fans with this incredible debut album entitled "Set Yourself Free." It is a powerful 1st record for this young band that you will not be dissappointed with. This album contains the best of modern, alternative rock, with a flair of classic hard rock, to some of the best rock ballads heard on the planet. Several songs on this album were featured on MTV's Real World/Road Rules Battle of the Sexes II for a reason!! Pick up your album today and support the dream.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Ryan Bong's Flood Ritual review.......2005-09-19

The first impression that you may get of the album is that they sound a lot like Creed (even though they are not a Christian rock band). But upon listening closer you will see that there are two main differences. First being that they sound a lot less drunk, and second I personally think that they are just better. But after a time, you will see that the similarities fall away and that they have their own sound and message. I would recommend this album to anyone that has at any point in time liked any kind of rock music. In the whole CD, I herd that they only used the F-word once so this is a pretty appropriate CD for anyone to listen to. Me, my dad, and my 10 year old brother all liked the CD so it is very appropriate for all age groups. And if you get the chance to see them live, I would highly recommend it.
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
Average customer rating: 1 out of 5 stars
  • Yuckorama!
  • Way Too Schmalty!
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
Lee Greenwood
Manufacturer: Free Falls Ent.
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00005NNHT
Release Date: 2001-10-09

Tracks:

  1. It's The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year/Winter Wonderland
  2. Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas
  3. Jingle Bells/Sleigh Ride
  4. What Child Is This?
  5. Joy To The World/Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
  6. Til The Season Comes Around Again
  7. Let It Snow/Frosty The Snowman/Santa Claus Is Coming To Town/We Wish You A Merry Christmas
  8. The Little Drummer Boy
  9. He Would Be King
  10. We Need A Little Christmas
  11. Away In A Manger/Silent Night

Customer Reviews:

1 out of 5 stars Yuckorama!.......2005-06-20

I agree with the other reviewer but I think they must have meant schmaltzy instead of schmalty. I'm a fan of Lee Greenwood too but this CD is horrible and schmaltzy. Yuck!

1 out of 5 stars Way Too Schmalty!.......2004-05-02

I like Lee Greenwood and I love his otther Christmas album Christmas To Christmas but this newer one is terrible! It's way to schmalty!
Happy
Average customer rating: Not rated
    Happy
    Kimberly Lord
    Manufacturer: The Lightworks Combination
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

    GeneralGeneral | Easy Listening | Pop | Styles | Music
    ASIN: B000CAJY8M
    Release Date: 2004-02-03

    Tracks:

    1. Over the Rainbow Connection
    2. Alla Luce del Sole
    3. Happy
    4. Colors of the Wind
    5. Michael
    6. Hold On
    7. Looking for a Rainbow
    8. Dance with Me
    9. There You'll Be
    10. No Matter What
    11. Wings
    12. Your'e Still You
    13. Something Special
    14. Resta Qui
    Free Yourself
    Average customer rating: Not rated
      Free Yourself
      Fantasia
      Manufacturer: Bmg
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

      GeneralGeneral | R&B | Styles | Music
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      ASIN: B00078RRMO
      Release Date: 2006-02-28

      Album Description

      Includes bonus track. J Records. 2005.

      Album Details

      Japanese Release featuring a Bonus Track
      Pace Yourself
      Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
      • Definitely chaotic, but in the best way possible...
      Pace Yourself
      Tim Berne's Caos Totale
      Manufacturer: Winter & Winter
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

      Avant Garde & Free JazzAvant Garde & Free Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music
      GeneralGeneral | Jazz | Styles | Music
      GeneralGeneral | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music
      ASIN: B0000AGD8Y
      Release Date: 2003-10-07

      Tracks:

      1. Bass Voodoo
      2. The Noose
      3. The Usual
      4. Sam's Dilemma
      5. The Legend Of P-1
      6. Luna

      Customer Reviews:

      5 out of 5 stars Definitely chaotic, but in the best way possible..........2005-05-28

      Tim Berne is certainly one of the biggest heavyweights in New York's avant-garde jazz scene. Every time I've seen him live, I would leave the club in partial fear that a monstrous alto sax was going to mug me and leave me for dead in the gutter of the lower east side. Indeed, his playing balances free-form madness with strategic compositional genius that sets him apart from most others around him. Caos Totale features musicians who equal Berne's dualistic craziness on their own respective instruments. Herb Robertson and Steve Swell appear on horns and trombone, respectively, and together with Berne sound as massive as a big band ensemble as they rip through Berne's complicated written parts. Guitarist Marc Ducret brings his uniquely brilliant chops to the fore and manages to stand out among the horns. Bobby Previte's drumming and Mark Dresser's bass playing are equally amazing. Any fan of good forward-looking music that surprises at every turn, breaks all of the rules, and kicks a$$ should buy this record and "A Nice View" (which has just been reissued).
      Hole in the Sky
      Average customer rating: Not rated
        Hole in the Sky

        Manufacturer: Microchip Management
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD

        GeneralGeneral | International | Styles | Music
        ASIN: B000CA3V86
        Release Date: 2004-05-18
        Free Yourself: The Remixes
        Average customer rating: Not rated
          Free Yourself: The Remixes
          Junito Perez Project , and Tina Cox
          ProductGroup: Music
          Binding: Audio CD

          GeneralGeneral | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music
          ElectronicaElectronica | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music
          ASIN: B000FTKJD4
          Release Date: 2006-01-17

          Tracks:

          1. Main Pride Mix
          2. Delicious Mix
          3. Mexico vs. Puerto Rico Tribal Vocal
          4. Mexican Tribal Dub
          5. Jaime and Boris' Final Goodbye
          6. Full of Radio Pride
          7. Devil Made Me Buy 2005
          8. Junito Perez-Nasty Girl
          Free Yourself
          Average customer rating: Not rated
            Free Yourself
            Untouchables
            Manufacturer: Phantom Sound & Vision
            ProductGroup: Music
            Binding: Audio CD

            Pop RockPop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music
            ASIN: B00000E13B
            Release Date: 1996-11-21

            Album Description

            1993 17 TRACKS JEWELCASE1.FREE YOURSELF 2.F.B.I. (I SPY FOR THE) 3.FREAK IN THESTREETS 4.WILD CHILD 5.WHATS GONE WRONG 6.PIECE OF YOUR LOVE7.SOUL TOGETHER 8.MANDINGO 9.LASERSHOW 10.LOVERS AGAIN11.SHINE ON 12.LEBANON 13.WHIPLASH 14.LONELY BULL 15.I'
            Pace Yourself
            Average customer rating: Not rated
              Pace Yourself
              Tim Berne's Caos Totale
              Manufacturer: Polygram Records
              ProductGroup: Music
              Binding: Audio CD

              Avant Garde & Free JazzAvant Garde & Free Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music
              GeneralGeneral | Jazz | Styles | Music
              GeneralGeneral | Miscellaneous | Styles | Music
              ASIN: B000008ACK
              Release Date: 1991-06-11

              Tracks:

              1. Bass Voodoo
              2. Noose
              3. Usual
              4. Sam's Dilemma
              5. Legend of P-1
              6. Luna

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