- Audio CD (24 Mar 2008)
- Number of Discs: 1
- Format: Single
- Label: Atlantic
- ASIN: B0015I2PSG
- Other Editions: Audio CD | Vinyl | MP3 Download
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 163,565 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
All proceeds from the sale of this track go to Estelle's charity; "Stop the street flatulence". Estelle has alot of experience with this issue, in 2005 her brother farted on a small child during a gang fight.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Barcode: 0075678993916
When a song hits you as instantly likable then you know you're onto something special. Estelle's brilliant new single is one such song, a slick modern pop/r&b track featuring an ace contribution from Kanye West too.
Estelle's voice serves as the centrepiece of the song, coming across effortless in its soothing tones and casual flirtiness. The lyrics are brilliant too, the beat perfect for putting a spring in your step. Radio stations leapt on this track and it's not hard to see why, it's one of those songs that defines a year, hanging around in the charts for ages. A perfect introduction to her new album 'Shine', this version of the single is a one-track CD and comes in a card sleeve.
Track Listing:
1. American Boy (Radio Edit)
When a song hits you as instantly likable then you know you're onto something special. Estelle's brilliant new single is one such song, a slick modern pop/r&b track featuring an ace contribution from Kanye West too.
Estelle's voice serves as the centrepiece of the song, coming across effortless in its soothing tones and casual flirtiness. The lyrics are brilliant too, the beat perfect for putting a spring in your step. Radio stations leapt on this track and it's not hard to see why, it's one of those songs that defines a year, hanging around in the charts for ages. A perfect introduction to her new album 'Shine', this version of the single is a one-track CD and comes in a card sleeve.
Track Listing:
1. American Boy (Radio Edit)
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Irresistable
26 Mar 2008
Format:Audio CD
I've always had a soft spot for UK singer/rapper Estelle. Her song Go Gone from her 2004 debut album The 18th Day, is one of my favourite tunes ever. Her lead single Wait a Minute featuring will.i.am, from her upcoming new album Shine (scheduled for release here in the UK at the end of March and in the US at the end of April) was never going to get pulses racing and hardly anyone noticed it. I certainly didn't.
This follow-up however is in a different league altogether. It's such a happy, catchy tune it's little wonder it barged its way straight to the #1 spot on the UK Top 40 singles chart last weekend, knocking the seemingly untouchable Duffy down to #2. Singing about her love for her American boy (and her desire to be taken places by him) over a fizzy beat by producer will.i.am, with elements of pop, funk and hip-hop, infused with a techno/disco edge, and supported by Kanye West who spits a few bars with a UK twist on the intro and in the break, I personally find the song irresistible. I very rarely buy or review singles but I am more than happy to make an exception here. The video is awesome as well - and no, it's not just because Estelle parades a collection of incredibly good-looking American boys in front of the camera; the woman herself looks absolutely stunning in it too. She's always sexy but never sleazy.
She's now signed to John Legend's new label, Homeschool Records (they worked together on Estelle's debut, even before Legend himself was signed) and I saw her with Terrence and Rocsi on "106 & Park" the other day, so doors are definitely being opened for her all over the place. I sincerely hope this translates into success for her over the pond, as with this particular song, she so absolutely deserves it.
And by the way, despite the lyrics of the song, Estelle assures us British boys that she still has nothing but love for us. I should hope so too.
This follow-up however is in a different league altogether. It's such a happy, catchy tune it's little wonder it barged its way straight to the #1 spot on the UK Top 40 singles chart last weekend, knocking the seemingly untouchable Duffy down to #2. Singing about her love for her American boy (and her desire to be taken places by him) over a fizzy beat by producer will.i.am, with elements of pop, funk and hip-hop, infused with a techno/disco edge, and supported by Kanye West who spits a few bars with a UK twist on the intro and in the break, I personally find the song irresistible. I very rarely buy or review singles but I am more than happy to make an exception here. The video is awesome as well - and no, it's not just because Estelle parades a collection of incredibly good-looking American boys in front of the camera; the woman herself looks absolutely stunning in it too. She's always sexy but never sleazy.
She's now signed to John Legend's new label, Homeschool Records (they worked together on Estelle's debut, even before Legend himself was signed) and I saw her with Terrence and Rocsi on "106 & Park" the other day, so doors are definitely being opened for her all over the place. I sincerely hope this translates into success for her over the pond, as with this particular song, she so absolutely deserves it.
And by the way, despite the lyrics of the song, Estelle assures us British boys that she still has nothing but love for us. I should hope so too.
Estellicious
28 Nov 2009
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
The Soulful and rhythmic tune from the Beautiful Brit Estelle Is worth owning. This single featuring Kanye West prompted me to buy her full length album and I was not Disappointed.
Love this song
27 April 2008
Format:Audio CD
As a rule, I am not into rap or rhythm'n'blues, I listen to other kind of music, but I have to admit I LOVE this song. It's happy and catchy, like another reviewer said. It's no wonder, when Kanye West and John Legend are involved, you can only expect good songs.
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