The Juggernaut that is American Idol has over the years churned out some talented artists, including Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood. Season Five introduced us to Paris Bennett, who week after week showed audiences why she was one of the top five finalists. Following in the footsteps of her fellow season five graduates Taylor Hicks, Katherine McPhee, Chris Daughtry, and Kellie Pickler, sees Paris release her debut album Princess P.
After listening to Princess P’s Intro “All Hail The Princess”, I almost turned it off immediately. The intro was absolutely cringe-worthy, but I persevered, hoping that the album would get better. Thankfully, “Ordinary Love” and “Dreamin’” highlight why Americans fell in love with the pint-sized Bennett in the first place. Both tracks showcase her extraordinary vocal range, and the maturity that belies her 18 years of age. Produced by Jon Jon Traxx, "Ordinary Love" is definitely one of the better songs on Princess P. It has a Beyonce-feel to the song, which is not surprising considering Traxx has worked extensively with the former Destiny Child's star. Well-written, it's a song that Bennett seems comfortable singing, and suits her vocal style as opposed to most of the other tracks on Princess P.
One of the silliest tracks on the album “Let Me Rap” sees her team up with Kevin Covais A.K.A Chicken Little - a fellow Season Five contestant. While the track is complete nonsense, and is more filler than anything else, it is probably one of the most charming. While some may think it's more irritating than charming, I see it as a song that was never meant to be taken seriously, and sees Bennett and Corvais swapping rhymes and having fun. It's sung with affection, and in a sense shows how young and carefree Bennett still is. At only just over a minute and a half it also allows Covais to showcase his own musical talents.
Article comments
1 - Marko
Hm, musical tastes vary... I agree on the fact that the album is unstable, but I also like My Boyfriend's Back (the lyrics don't bother me at all), Get Bizzy and B-Bye, which I think are very refreshing. I like Get Bizy so much it's actually my ringing tone :)
2 - kelliesmusic.com
After sampling all the tracks I think "Princess P" is a sensible debut album. I still find her performances on American Idol more exhilarating. But it is great to see her finally release an album. For me, Paris Bennett as an R&B/Soul artist is acceptable. I mean, I'll buy that.
3 - k
It is my favorite album of the year. I love 'Daddy', very e,otional song, 'Burnt Up', 'My Boyfriends back', 'Ordinary Love', 'best friends', 'i will'. I love all the songs.