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Writer-director Marc Lawrence's romantic comedy gently satirizes the music industry's past and present via Hugh Grant's Alex Fletcher, a has-been Rock of the '80s icon given another shot at the charts by young pop diva Cora Corman (newcomer Haley Bennett). Grant gives some surprisingly credible--if often gently tongue-in-cheek--performances in his musical debut; indeed, he carries better than half the soundtrack with his earnest vocal charms. The production gets key help from Fountain of Wayne's Adam Schlesinger, who contributes a delicious, loving send-up of Wham! courtesy of "Meaningless Kiss," the emotive piano confessional "Don't Write Me Off," and two versions of "Way Back into Love," the comeback ballad/duet that drives the story line. A playful demo version of the latter pairs Grant with co-star Drew Barrymore (playing the florist who becomes Fletcher's unlikely songwriting foil), while Grant's ultimate duet with young Bennett evokes contemporary pop conceits with a keen, affectionate flair that also graces the young singer's Britney-esque "Buddha's Delight," "Slam," and the more obviously snarky "Entering Bootytown." Rounding out the collection are a pair of complimentary tracks by Swedish pop acts: The Sounds' bouncy "Tony the Beat" and the club-slinky groove of Teddybears' "Different Sound." Highlighted by Grant's sympathetic vocals and a knowing musical sensibility that never quite lapses into mere parody, it's a pop-lover's delight from start to finish. --Jerry McCulley
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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I saw the movie about 2 weeks ago with my husband and we both enjoyed the songs were in my head all day so my husband bought me the cd and I just love it! the songs are romantic and fun too! and Hugh Grant is simply fantastic!
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Hell Yeah, buy this!
As far as an OST goes, its classic all the way. There is a wide variety of styles in there, something that will definitely appeal to everyone, from the romantic to the dance, from the modern to the 80's!
Seeing the movie just makes this more magical. I know I'm making it sound corny, but truth be told, it's not often you can catch a film star, teach them to sing as well as the professionals, and then in the same time, conduct a chemistry with said people that makes the whole experience believable.
If you want to know the best songs- the Demo version of 'Way Back Into Love'- Hugh Grant, Drew Barrymore, has the classic humour of Hugh Grant and the raw voices of both parties, and it makes for a very interesting song, and 'Buddha's Delight', sung by Haley Bennett, is a very refreshing take in a modern style with a voice that falls somewhere between Jessica Simpson and Britney Spears. Following this... Who could possibly forget the fantabulous 'Pop Goes My Heart!'? An 80's spoof that does its job by getting right into your head and staying there!
Yeah- all in all, a very worthwhile purchase, one that will be on my computer for some time to come...and go see the movie!!!!!
As far as an OST goes, its classic all the way. There is a wide variety of styles in there, something that will definitely appeal to everyone, from the romantic to the dance, from the modern to the 80's!
Seeing the movie just makes this more magical. I know I'm making it sound corny, but truth be told, it's not often you can catch a film star, teach them to sing as well as the professionals, and then in the same time, conduct a chemistry with said people that makes the whole experience believable.
If you want to know the best songs- the Demo version of 'Way Back Into Love'- Hugh Grant, Drew Barrymore, has the classic humour of Hugh Grant and the raw voices of both parties, and it makes for a very interesting song, and 'Buddha's Delight', sung by Haley Bennett, is a very refreshing take in a modern style with a voice that falls somewhere between Jessica Simpson and Britney Spears. Following this... Who could possibly forget the fantabulous 'Pop Goes My Heart!'? An 80's spoof that does its job by getting right into your head and staying there!
Yeah- all in all, a very worthwhile purchase, one that will be on my computer for some time to come...and go see the movie!!!!!
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Well, how to define this music? Absolutely brilliant, not to mention my favorite "Pop! Goes My Heart" a typical 80's song, although this one could have been easily a hit both then and now. It's amazing that such great effort was done for this song.
The other songs of this soundtrack are great too, and all actors could have been easily have been singers as well, given their talent. Buy it and enjoy it even if you don't usually go for Soundtracks.
The other songs of this soundtrack are great too, and all actors could have been easily have been singers as well, given their talent. Buy it and enjoy it even if you don't usually go for Soundtracks.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Just amazing!
When I first saw the movie, I was impressed by the beautiful lyrics and voices from Hugh Grant, Haley Bennett and Drew Barrymore; specially in the song Way Back Into Love. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Kate
Great service
Item arrived quickly and as described. Was well packaged and clearly well looked after. I will enjoy this cd for yeas to come.
Published 2 months ago by Llama0
music
If you liked the film for what it was a cheesy love story with comic content and you found yourself humming the tunes,then you will love this. Read more
Published 7 months ago by ujamaflip
Hugh Grant....................
I love the CD, it always reminds of the lovely Hugh Grant in the film. Considering he is known as an actor, his musical renditions are great.......
Published 10 months ago by C. A. Todd
For a nice night in
I saw " Music and Lyrics " when I rented it from a DVD company. After watching it once, I went right back to the beginning to listen to the music for a second time. Read more
Published on 3 Dec 2009 by P. G. Woodhouse
Music and Lyrics Soundtrack
This was a great item, it is in excellent condition and I was very impressed with the speedy delivery.
Published on 27 Sep 2009 by Ms. Michelle Holmes
Love this Music sooooo much!
The music really makes the film itself, that's why this CD is so great. I really love Way Back into Love, both of them, but especially the draft version - it makes me smile when I... Read more
Published on 10 July 2009 by Tom Triffitt
Love the film and you'll probably enjoy this...
This is of course the sound track to the Hugh Grant/Drew Barrymore romantic comedy Music and Lyrics. If you've seen the film and enjoyed it, you'll love this. Read more
Published on 7 Mar 2008 by Robbie Swale
More pinches of salt than McDonalds' chips!
This is of course the sound track to the Hugh Grant/Drew Barrymore romantic comedy Music and Lyrics. If you've seen the film and enjoyed it, you'll love this. Read more
Published on 7 Mar 2008 by Robbie Swale
Music and Lyrics Album Review
This enthusiastic album is a great compliment to the big hit ¡¥Music and Lyrics¡¦. If anyone has seen the wacky comedy then get out and but the album. Read more
Published on 7 Jun 2007 by Emz
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