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| Artist: | Usher |
| Title: | OMG |
| Featuring: | Will.I.Am |
| Producer: | will.i.am |
| Album: | Raymond vs. Raymond |
| Label: | Arista/LaFace/BMG |
| Twitter: | Usher on Twitter |
| Website: | Usher's Website |
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Before we listen to Usher’s new single OMG let’s take a moment to recognize that nothing less than the fate of text-related singles hangs in the balance. LOL Smiley Face was a travesty, but Ludacris recently revived the genre with his superb Sexting, so the way I see it, if OMG’s a hit it’ll inspire a new wave of text-related tracks, and if it flops, that’s pretty much the end of that. Personally, I just can’t make up my mind. will.i.am’s beat (and guest verse) is catchy enough to stick in your head without becoming aggravating, and while this is far from the best use of Usher’s vocal talents, at the very least he manages to turn the track into an entertaining musical ride. I’m definitely going to need a second opinion on this one. So Booth, is OMG a hit? Choose wisely, nothing less than the fate of text-related singles rests in your capable hands. OMG is the latest single off Usher’s long-awaited Raymond vs. Raymond album, due out March 30.
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usher has been releasing a lot of bangers...i heard this a long time ago, no offense dj booth i know you had to wait till usher said single...to me this is different for usher and i support the change, nothing stays the same...but this isn't great...i love the chant but this song should have been better...usher can do better than this...he should have release get in my car thats a banger...
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| Posted on Mar 08, 2010 |
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I know a lot of people will probably hate, but I thought it was enjoyable. I wish the whole thing was a little smoother like the intro but Usher was decent (though definitely nowhere near his best, like the blurb mentioned) and Will's beat and guest verse were tight. Rotation.
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| Posted on Mar 08, 2010 |
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This isn't a song that Usher needed to do. Trey Songz? Yuuup. But not Ursher.
Is it just me or does will.i.am's song writing, production, and performance skills suffer when he is showcasing them for anyone BUT the Black Eyed Peas? I am not hating (repeat, not hating). Just asking?  DJ Booth on Twitter |
| Posted on Mar 08, 2010 |
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Different sound for Usher but this was enjoyable. Putting the expectations for Usher aside, this record could be a hit. Will.i.am never dissapoints on the beat and Ush carried it well with the vocals. Nowhere near his potential, but this will do.
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| Posted on Mar 08, 2010 |
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A bit too busy for my tastes...first Usher did his lower-than-usual vocals, then Will.I.Am does his thing (complete with the "Let the beat rock,") then the beat has a catchy sports chant...All good elements, but not at the same time (Just like I wouldn't want a pizza, shrimp, and fettuchini-flavored ice cream dish).
I'll give it a 3 because they'd work individually... |
| Posted on Mar 08, 2010 |
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Im a fan of Usher, though Raymond vs. Raymond is shaping up to be his weakest album yet (by far). In pieces this is a good song, though overall it just dosnt work.
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| Posted on Mar 08, 2010 |
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DJ Booth Crew  Total Ratings: 116 |
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This started off just a little too calm to warrant an "OMG" but not bad overall. Probably won't listen to it again, but it has memorable moments.
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| Posted on Mar 08, 2010 |
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hell nah. too much noise & hectic. 1 1/2. sounds like Free School co-produced this
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| Posted on Mar 08, 2010 |
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cant believe usher came out wit a song like this... having low expectations on RvR...
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| Posted on Mar 08, 2010 |
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will.i.am did a beast job with this beat but Usher totally bored me. Shouldn't have autotuned on this song--it was too boring for the fun beat.
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| Posted on Mar 08, 2010 |
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Yeah, this is a differnt move for Usher but a bad one. Will.i.am's beat sounds like a leftover from The E.N.D. album and it dosen't fit nice over Usher's vocals. This might be big over in the UK but I couldn't picture it being a hit here.
@ Z, Will.i.am always sounds better with The Black Eyed Peas. |
| Posted on Mar 08, 2010 |
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@Z- ya, Will.i.am does sound better w/Black Eyed Peas bout 95% of the time. not bad production here tho. its very catchy.
is it jus me or is Rrrsher followin the Trey Songz formula from his latest release and tryin to get every track radio success. too many songs like this really brings an album down as it did on "Ready." i already kno a couple staff members who agree w/me on this one. |
| Posted on Mar 08, 2010 |
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This right now compared to the bangers hes put out within the last few months is just ok . But his album would be solid usher will always sell !
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| Posted on Mar 08, 2010 |
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One of my favorite leaks so far
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| Posted on Mar 09, 2010 |
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Ummm...I love Usher and all, but what is this crap?
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| Posted on Mar 09, 2010 |
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SMH
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| Posted on Mar 09, 2010 |
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Id probably download the instrumental of this for a party the production was a little above average. Usher bored me, especially in the beginning, Will.i.Am did good, but as for the whole text related songs, its a love hate thing, I just dont wanna see every artist coming out with one.
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| Posted on Mar 09, 2010 |
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fail. my my how usher has fallen.
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| Posted on Mar 09, 2010 |
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"All good elements, but not at the same time (Just like I wouldn't want a pizza, shrimp, and fettuchini-flavored ice cream dish)." - Burmy
I couldn't have said it better myself. Now if you'll excuse me, I'm going to go listen to That's What It's Made For a reminisce about the days when Usher would have never made a track this bad. Sigh. |
| Posted on Mar 09, 2010 |
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I heard this about a couple or so months ago (without will.I.am's verse)...thot it was a dud at first! But it grew really quick on me...I think he should drop will.i.am for the single tho a la 'Hey Daddy!' This track will rip up in clubs...
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| Posted on Mar 09, 2010 |
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This is yet another example of what we should expect from Raymond vs. Raymond. Average.
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| Posted on Mar 09, 2010 |
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i liked the quiet intro but when the first "omg" was sung, i was instantly swithced off. ill give it a two for the first bit and the production which is quite catchy but my respect for usher is rapidly dwindling
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| Posted on Mar 09, 2010 |
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Wow Usher & co are failing hard with this album! The majority of it is on the net, and the stack of singles theve released havent been huge hits (even though they are awesome tracks; Lil Freak, There Goes My Baby)
This one is pretty standard pop/club fare. The bottom line i guess is that Usher just doenst make R&B classics anymore! Still, any Usher song is better than most of the shawty, take you to crib, patron sh!t that R&B artists seem to be pumping out! |
| Posted on Mar 09, 2010 |
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The rhythm is choppy enough to present a challenge to ordinary party people looking to get down to it OR it just might work out well.
It is a bit difficult to wrap your head around, but still its something I would label as catchy, has the potential to grow on ya. Damn! I'll put it in rotation. |
| Posted on Mar 09, 2010 |
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LOL OK?
yeah I agree with Z, not the type of track Usher needed to make. will.i.am does a great job on the beat though |
| Posted on Mar 09, 2010 |
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I forgot who i was suppose 2 b listening 2...I don think that is good.
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| Posted on Mar 09, 2010 |
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this is not something usher should kinda stay away from i did not feel this that much. changed it within 1st 30 secs
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| Posted on Mar 09, 2010 |
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this is one weird song. it doesnt work for me. so disappointed. why usher why?
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| Posted on Mar 09, 2010 |
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I really like this song, I think the hook and beat is infectious. I’ve been waiting for a while now to see if Usher can come up with anything decent. While the rest of the booth may not agree, this song sees Usher back on track.
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| Posted on Mar 09, 2010 |
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Resident DJ  Total Ratings: 389 |
hmmm still undecided!!!
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| Posted on Mar 09, 2010 |
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Autotune? I mean really? Dw now for the song... it seems rather average something out of the usual, I think i like this approach.
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| Posted on Mar 09, 2010 |
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love the hook, its a grower. I'd sathis is electro pop.. Usher is evolving.
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| Posted on Mar 09, 2010 |
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I liked the production but I don't know if it was right for usher. It wasn't as bad as I thought, but still not single worthy.
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| Posted on Mar 09, 2010 |
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Guess Usher and will.i.am were REALLY bored when they recorded this.
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| Posted on Mar 09, 2010 |
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ok no offense but how can little freak be in the running for getting on the album but this song already make it. not a good song.
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| Posted on Mar 10, 2010 |
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When did Usher get so WACK?!
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| Posted on Mar 10, 2010 |
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will has a good beat but really. boom boom pow again. usher's voice is amazing as usually. overall pretty ok.
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| Posted on Mar 10, 2010 |
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I have been the biggest fan of usher since 8701 and its actually one of my favourite albums ever, however, this upcoming CD seems like a dud, I am very disappointed with Mr. Raymond. This song is ok and will make the radio and do something, but not what Love In this Club did for his last album.
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| Posted on Mar 13, 2010 |
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I think everyone needs to realise that Usher probably does prefer doing his usual rnb joints but lately they havent been getting much success so what do you do? Release a song called OMG. Will.I.Am produces what i call 'tasteful pop' - it's pop with an urban edge and just better done that most. Im not saying this is great but it is definitely what Usher needs if he wants some success before the album comes out
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| Posted on Mar 15, 2010 |
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That's definitly a banger.
The intro was nice and smooth. not really something I would expect from Usher, but, it was great. |
| Posted on Mar 15, 2010 |
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I really liked this one i have to disagree with the most of u guys i like it something diffrent but still good.
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| Posted on Mar 17, 2010 |
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well -personally i'm not feeling it - but it will probably be a hit
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| Posted on Mar 17, 2010 |
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You make a woman feel good about waking up
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| Posted on Mar 17, 2010 |
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It sounds like there is too much going on...one switch up is fine but 3/4/5 day-um...and the chanting can go (except for will's verse) it's i-ight at best...i want some more 8701/ confessions usher...perhaps its time to call lil john and luda, mr raymond!
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| Posted on Mar 19, 2010 |
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Usher let me down with this track.
Stay away from the synth voice, you are much better than this. PBi |
| Posted on Mar 20, 2010 |
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DJ Booth Member  Total Ratings: 10 |
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| Posted on Mar 23, 2010 |
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