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Post by TamyXD on Feb 4, 2024 20:53:13 GMT
Another song title of Avril's that is already a huge hit: "Wish You Were Here" by Pink Floyd.
Most of Avril's song titles aren't unique at all (and there's nothing wrong with that). She tends to use just a couple of words, or even just one, which is super common. Unless you use a rare combination of certain words, or just super rare words / invented words (e.g. "Monkberry Moon Delight" by Paul McCartney, "Bohemian Rhapsody" by Queen, "Going To Pasalacqua" by Green Day), you're bound to end up with a song title that already exists.
Another option would be to just use really long song titles, like "Kiss Me Like The World Is Ending" or "I Fell In Love With The Devil". Though that's nothing compared to something like "You Know What They Do To Guys Like Us In Prison" by MCR, or "Everybody's Got Something To Hide Except Me And My Monkey" by The Beatles.
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Post by TamyXD on Feb 4, 2024 16:58:04 GMT
I also thought it was a bit weird at first, but after watching some of Billie's interviews, I totally get it now. I think it's less about the music and more about how they both became famous really quickly in their late teens, with music that was very different from what was popular at the time. I also really get early-Avril-vibes when I watch some of Billie's interviews. She seems just as "chill", down to earth, authentic, and seems to say whatever comes to her mind in that moment, while still being nice and respectful. Her interviews are usually very conversational and don't seem rehearsed at all.
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Post by TamyXD on Feb 4, 2024 16:44:03 GMT
Wow, she looks amazing!
Personally, I'm not a fan of these overknee boots, but that's a general thing for me; they still suit her and the outfit imo. The makeup and accessories also look great. Her hair, however... I'm shocked. It looks SO GOOD! I love the waves, the blonde has a nice warm tone, and I'm so happy to finally see it long, but not ridiculously long. I think, if she wants to keep her hair long, this is the perfect length for her.
I'm so happy to see her styled like this. I feel like (almost) everything she's worn to events in recent months has looked kind of "too much" (to put it nicely, lol). Of course, all of this is subjective, and in the end, the most important thing is that she feels good in whatever she's wearing. But I'm still really happy to say that I love the way she's styled here.
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Post by TamyXD on Feb 3, 2024 18:22:11 GMT
Here's another video.
Avril looks great imo! I love her hair when it's wavy. And that little twirl at 0:56 is so cute!
It's a shame she's bascially completely inaudible, though. It could be the video quality, but either way, the backing track is WAY too loud. If I didn't trust Avril that she never lip syncs (except for when she's got no choice, see Macy's Day Parade), I'd actually believe that's what's happening here.
However, since this isn't her show, I'm honestly not that bummed. I'm just positively surprised she performed this song at all, even if she did just sing along to the studio track. She also seemed to be having a lot of fun; her energy is so much better than what I'm used to seeing from her.
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Post by TamyXD on Feb 1, 2024 17:42:08 GMT
Wow I thought I was the only one who had trouble understanding these lyrics lol They are not written in any booklet anywhere right? I know it was released on the My Happy Ending CD single, but the lyrics were not included? No. I've got the MHE CD single (EU version), but there are no lyrics.
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Post by TamyXD on Feb 1, 2024 16:01:41 GMT
As for the "Take It" lyrics, I distinctly remember reading somewhere that that line said "The page is not true photography". English isn't my native language, but I guess this still sounds fine and makes sense? Like, the photos you see on the pages in those tabloid magazines are sort of fake because they're just stupid paparazzi shots, taken out of context; they don't represent the way these celebrities truly are. However, when I listen to the song now, I definitely don't hear "the page [...]". I guess it's actually "invading's not true photography" or "invasion's not true photography"? Lol, I wish we could ask Avril or Clif Magness, they might have a better idea.
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Post by TamyXD on Feb 1, 2024 15:57:19 GMT
I don't follow Lauren, but I am quite excited to hear her version of "Sk8er Boi". I'm so glad she finally seems to be getting the recognition she deserves for writing/co-writing all of those hits. She surely poured her heart into those songs as much as anyone else who is credited. There's absolutely nothing wrong with what she's doing.
Regarding writing credits, I've heard a couple of producers say that when they tell an artist to write a song, said artist may come back with just a couple of phrases (no instruments, no melody, literally just a few phrases and maybe a rough idea what the song might be about) or they might come back with an entire recorded draft (lyrics, melody, rhythm, maybe an instrument or two). In both scenarios, the artist would get writing credits.
No one but those who were in the room at the time know how much Avril truly contributed to writing those LG songs (specifically the Matrix songs). But I'm sure if she hadn't contributed at least a decent amount, she would not have gotten writing credits, and the Matrix certainly wouldn't have published that statement even years after working with Avril.
Yes, back in the day, Avril made it sound like she did a lot more than was probably true (imo, it did sometimes sound like she wrote like 90 % of the songs and the Matrix just helped her, rather than the other way round, or it being 50/50). But as others have said already, that's just the way she was marketed. She was one of very, very few pop artists who actually (co-)wrote their own songs; of course the label was going to use that and turn it into part of Avril's image. And then of course she'd go along with that in interviews. And I don't think that's lying either. It's an exaggeration, but esentially it's just for marketing reasons. It's part of business. Same with her skateboarding or being a "rock chick". She's far from a professional skateboarder, but she can skateboard. Her music is also definitely not pure rock, but it does have rock elements.
I also find the whole situation a bit strange because there are clearly a bunch of other people listed as co-writers in the album credits. Did people not read those (if they got a physical copy)? Or is it just me who likes to read album credits thoroughly, and I'm just weird that way?
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Post by TamyXD on Jan 22, 2024 15:39:20 GMT
I love that poster/wallpaper/banner they created for the US shows. Looks really dope!
I also think that (finally) calling it a "Greatest Hits" tour is a good move. Like others have said before, her shows have basically been exactly that for years, they just weren't marketed as such, which obviously led to complaints regarding the setlist. Now, with a greatest hits tour, everyone knows what to expect. No need to hope for her to play some non-singles (which has me crying and laughing at the same time, lol).
This, however, makes me a bit worried regarding a new album in 2024. Like, why would she release a new album, just to go on a greatest hits tour? Then again, even if she went on an AL8 tour instead, the setlist would surely just contain her greatest hits and three or four songs off the new album anyway...
Ikd, I guess it's still possible for her to release AL8 this year. She could release a single before she starts touring, and then maybe one or two more singles while she's on tour. She could still play those even on a greatest hits tour imo. And then, after all the touring, she could release AL8 (which would be fall/winter). 2025 could then be reserved for the AL8 tour. Though I see there's currently a month-long gap between her show in Madrid, Spain and Ottawa, Canada. Maybe she's planning to release AL8 then? Or maybe she'll just use the time to rest before continuing touring. She's really got a busy schedule this year...
Anyway, who knows, things are always so weird with her anyway. I'm just wildly speculating, lol. As always, I guess we'll just have to wait and see what really happens.
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Post by TamyXD on Jan 20, 2024 23:40:43 GMT
Wait, I had no idea the music videos for "Complicated", "He Wasn't", and "Girlfriend" were all directed by the same two people?! And yeah, those three are easily among some of the best music videos out there.
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Post by TamyXD on Jan 20, 2024 0:17:02 GMT
I completely forgot about that documentary! I'd love for "Teenage Nightmare" to be used for this, so it can be officially released. That song is so great!
As for that "*ick" snippet - I initially really disliked it, but now I think the second half of the snippet is actually quite nice. Overall, it doesn't really sound like my cup of tea, though, and that spelling is kind of a pet peeve of mine. There are a few instances where spelling in songs works. This is not one of them. But yeah, all this is just based on a 12-second snippet, so... 🤷♀️
I'm not worried about AL8, though. First, I take everything those leakers say with a grain of salt. Who knows if "*ick" is truly from AL8 sessions. Second, one song doesn't necessarily represent the entire direction of an album. Third, Avril has never released two same-sounding albums in a row. She gets bored of stuff quickly, so I doubt she would, unless it was actually some sort of sister album.
But I do hope AL8 will go in another direction that LS because I've had enough of these upbeat pop-punk songs. I'd love more mid-tempo songs like IAM and "Eyes Wide Shut" for AL8. That would also make these two songs work wonderfully as a transition from LS to AL8. She could also explore what she described in DTLM some more, seeing as, unfortunately, the fears she described in that song ended up coming true.
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Post by TamyXD on Jan 20, 2024 0:09:01 GMT
I don't understand how people think Dumb Blonde is a poorly written song, but find Avalanche to be a gem in her discovery. The first one has actually clever lyrics while the second one is incredibly basic. I can't say much about "Dumb Blonde" as I don't think it's poorly written (I'm actually surprised people apparently think it is?). The reason I'm not a big fan of the song is mainly due to the production being kind of lacking, but that's obviously another thing. As for "Avalanche", imo it's a gem because its overall meaning. It's applicable to so many different situations - anxiety could make you feel like you're running from an avalanche, grief can do the same, stress at work or with friends or family. Everyone can interpret this song in their own way, which I feel is different from most of Avril's other songs that tend to be almost a bit too specific imo. I just often find myself wishing that she'd leave a bit more room for interpretation (WYG is a good example imo - it's never specified whether she's singing about missing an (ex-)partner, a grandparent who passed away, or a friend who moved). There are also some phrases in "Avalanche" that I really like, i.e. "I wish my life would've came with instructions" and "what do you do when the hero needs saving" that are just kind of special imo. She manages to say so much with just these few words; that she feels lost in this life, insecure, doesn't know how to handle certain situations, but she's longing for a clear/simple solution, like some sort of guide or handbook that'll just be like "follow these exact steps to deal with stress/anxiety/grief/a breakup" and take that burden off her shoulders, like she/her music has done for so many other people. I don't get such depth in most of her other songs tbh. In the end, good lyrics are not just about how big of a vocabulary is used, but also about what these words actually mean, at least imo.
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Post by TamyXD on Dec 28, 2023 0:35:33 GMT
Watching / listening to these two performances back to back, first the one from 2004, then the one from 2021, is insane! Her vocals have improved so so so so much.
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Post by TamyXD on Dec 26, 2023 1:23:31 GMT
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! 🎄 This was so much fun! Thanks to everyone involved in making this happen. I'd love for us to do this again next year.
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Post by TamyXD on Dec 20, 2023 14:31:52 GMT
Day 20! (How is it already day 20???)This is one of my favourite "interviews" ever (if you can even call it that, lol). I love how different it is from most other interviews. Avril seems so genuine, she seems to be having so much fun, and I just find it so funny how she's always like "I like this one better, so it's probably more expensive, but then again, I usually prefer the cheaper stuff, so........"
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