iWontSTFU’s Top 15 Albums of 2009

I’m going to present my favorite albums of 2009. I considered only album which release dates were in 2009.

#1

MARIAH CAREY – MEMOIRS OF AN IMPERFECT ANGEL

Mariah came back with an incredible album. I listened to it like crazy. She was able to give her fans a bit of all her sides: Old Mariah, hip-hop Mariah, pop Mariah. Unfortunately the album wasn’t as succesful as it deserves to be in my opinion. But in the end it’s whatever to me because hey I got an album that I can jam to for years.

#2

THE FAME MONSTER

Initially meant to be a re-.release Lady Gaga declared “The Fame Monster” to be a normal album with only eight tracks. However, all of the eight song are sick. There’s no weak song on the album. Definitely a superb album.

#3

SHAKIRA – SHE WOLF

After a few years of absence Shakira returned with her third English album. Taking a more electro-pop route she surprised many fans but she also managed to convince them and many critics including me. Although it’s not her usual genre you still know it’s typical Shakira. Thumbs up!

#4

ROBIN THICKE – SEX THERAPY

Although Robin Thicke’s latest work was just released it already ranks that high. Why? Well, maybe because this album is just great? Yes, it is. I got to admit that it is a grower but once you take your time listening you will love it. Plus, it’s always a pleasure to hear Robin’s voice.

#5

JAY-Z – THE BLUEPRINT III

It seems like Sean “Jay-Z” Carter just needs to name his album “Blueprint” and it will be a good album. Even though he has featured guest on every track it’s still a great Jay-Z album. Especially “Empire State Of Mind”, “Venus vs Mars” and “On To The Next One” rock.

#6

ALICIA KEYS – THE ELEMENT OF FREEDOM

The follower of Alicia Keys’ highly successful album “As I Am” didn’t blew me away immediately but still it’s a good album. It’s funny though because my favorite songs are mainly the ones that are bonus tracks. Weird, huh?

#7

THE BLACK EYED PEAS – THE E.N.D.

The Black Eyed Peas killed it with this album. I always liked them but with this album they really got me. I want to mention though that without my girl Fergie they would be nothing special.

#8

MELANIE FIONA – THE BRIDGE

If you are a regular visitor of this blog you have already heard of my love for Miss Melanie Fiona. She’s so talented and such a lovely person that she doesn’t deserve anything but success. I wish more people will recognize and appreciate true singers instead of hyping up little idiots.

#9

LETOYA – LADY LOVE

LeToya’s second solo album was definitely a step-up in comparison to her debut album. Thanks to a shitty label aka Atlantic Records “Lady Love” wasn’t as promoted as it should have been because it’s totally one of the best R&B albums of 2009.

#10

WHITNEY HOUSTON – I LOOK TO YOU

Whitney Houston’s comeback album is also one of my favorites. She produced an album that fits her age and the current popular sound. My favorite songs are “Million Dollar Bill” which was written by Alicia Keys and produced by her boo Swizz Beatz and “Salute” which was penned by R.Kelly.

#11

AMERIE – IN LOVE & WAR

Amerie has never been a great album seller in the past years but this won’t prevent me from liking this album. Even though her strained voice can get on ones nerves every now and then, I appreciate her diffenrent sound.

#12

KERI HILSON – IN A PERFECT WORLD

 

I can’t stand Keri Hilson’s cocky ass (since her appearances on Shock Value) but I would lie if I don’t call this album a solid one. My favorite song is “Aliented”.

#13

COLBIE CAILLAT – BREAKTHROUGH

I adored her debut album “Coco” so it was a must do to listen to her second album, especially since “Fallin For You” is such a cute song. Good album overall.

#14

MARY J BLIGE – STRONGER WITH EACH TEAR

I like this album much better than “Growing Pains”. “I Am” is a great track and so is her collaboration with Drake.

#15

TERIYAKI BOYZ – SERIOUS JAPENESE

I don’t know how many of you guys have heard about the Teriyaki Boyz, a Japanese hip-hop group. Working with the Neptunes and Kanye West was definitely a good move. A refreshing hip-hop album with a different style. Love it.

 

So that’s it! Tell me which albums you liked the best in 2009 by commenting.

Colbie Caillat - "Fallin' For You" on Conan

Nice performance.

LeToya To Sell Only 25k

According to Hits Daily Double Colbie Caillat will debut at the #1 spot with 95-105k.

R&B singstress LeToya Luckett sells 25-30k.

Hmm...Not a good look. It's a shame since "Lady Love" is obviously the better album in comparison to "LeToya". Colbie could have done better too.

Colbie Caillat Performs "Don't Cha" & "Fallin For You" at Pepsi Smash

Wow. I didn't expect her to cover the Pussycat Dolls' song so well but I really loved it. Great job.

I know why she chose to sing this song because she recently said she'd like to work with some hip hop artists like Pharrell.

Colbie Caillat Performing "Fallin For You" on Today Show

I don't think she can do much wrong while performing.

Review on Colbie Caillat's Album "Breakthrough"

Colbie Caillat is back with her sophomore album "Breakthrough" including her first single "Fallin' For You".

The album starts with a song called "I Won't" in which she basically tells that she won't do certain things he wants her to do. The song is not outstanding though.

The second song named "Begin Again" has a chorus that simply rocks (not really rocks because it's not the type of music but you know what I mean lol) and this is what the track makes special.

"You Got Me" follows up. It's a very cute song.

At spot #4 you'll find "Fallin' For You". I absolutely love this song and I love singing along.

"Rainbow" is an okay song. Nothing special.

"Droplets" features Jason Reeves and I think their voices match great. Nice collabo.

The next song, "I Never Told You", is not very special, so it's an ok song.

Now when "Fearless" began I thought of "I Look To You" by Whitney Houston, yeah kinda weird lol. I like the instrumental of it and her vocals are nice too.

"Running To You" is aight. Nothing more.

Like the album title the folowing song is called "Breakthrough". It's definitely one of the best songs off the album and I can see it being a single.

"It Stops Today" is another highlight of the album. Love the chorus.

"Breakin' At The Cracks" is one of the really slow songs on the album. It's nice but reminds me.

If you liked "Coco" you probably will enjoy this album too. Unfortunately I haven't heard the tracks off the Deluxe Edt. yet.
The album is typically Colbie. From the first listen all songs sound the same but the more you listen to it the more you get to know what's special about them. I might add that sometimes you get the feeling like you heard some notes already on her previous album. Anyways, I will keep on listening to the album as I know some songs are growers. And you should do the same.

Colbie Caillat Interview with All Access

The quality is not great but she talks why she wrote "Fallin For You". It's personal!

Colbie Caillat "Bubbly" at the Today Show

That was cute.

Pre-order "Breakthrough" and get autographed copy

Colbie Caillat offers her fans a nice deal. When you pre-order her sophomore album "Breakthrough" you will received an autographed copy by Colbie.

Go to store

This marketing strategy is interesting for her fans who will cop the album no matter what so it's a nice feature that it will be signed by your idol.

"Breakthrough" will be released on August 25.

If you haven't seen the video for her single "Fallin'' you might want to check it out now.

I'm really feeling this. The song is typically Colbie but I like this relaxing way and the guy is so stupid and so not fitting her that it is cute again.