Estelle - Thank You
Artist: Estelle
Producer: Jerry Wonda
Album: All of Me
Label: Home School/Atlantic
The phrase “Thank You” can be a beautiful thing (when you’ve given someone a gift that they love), or it can be a mere formality (when it’s coming from the person behind the counter at Burger King), but rarely is it as cutting as the “Thank you” that Estelle aims at her ex-man on the second single off her long-awaited sophomore set. Written by Akon, this heartbroken ballad finds the Konvict Muzik general tapping into a timeless vein of soulful catharsis; producer Jerry Wonda provides a fittingly retro-informed backdrop for his lyrics and melody, layering sweeping strings and plaintive guitar riffs over a simple descending bassline. Estelle, of course, excels on the vocal tip, exhibiting a caustic edge as she wishes the guy in question luck in his new relationship. And she doesn’t miss the opportunity to deliver a few more overt parting shots: “Sometimes I wonder, can she be more of a woman to you than you are a man to me?” I can’t see this cut disappointing Estelle devotees, but will it be the one to get All of Me a release date from the Atlantic brass? Debate away—and, as always, keep it locked to the Booth for the latest details!
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DJ Booth Crew Total Ratings: 11882 |
Well, I for one am a fan. Nice work by Akon and Jerry giving Estelle the goods to work with. Even Kon's subtle backing vocals make this a complete listen.
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| Posted on Sep 16, 2011 |
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Tastemaker Total Ratings: 1345 |
I like this direction for Estelle.
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| Posted on Sep 16, 2011 |
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| Posted on Sep 16, 2011 |
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| Posted on Sep 18, 2011 |
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DJ Booth Member |
Not an Akon fan but he has writing skills and even him on the background vocals, I appreciated. Estelle is remarkable as always! Smooth...
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| Posted on Oct 24, 2011 |
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DJ Booth Member Total Ratings: 1 |
I love it! The song touches a place on my heart and says some things
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| Posted on Jan 05, 2012 |
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DJ Booth Member |
Love it and I'm sure everyone has someone to say
"Thank You" to! |
| Posted on Jan 10, 2012 |
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| Posted on Mar 05, 2012 |