- Audio CD (30 Jan 2007)
- Number of Discs: 1
- Label: Atlantic
- ASIN: B000LE1GVW
- Other Editions: Audio CD | MP3 Download
- Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (94 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 61,957 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
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Track Listings
| 1. Jenny Don't Be Hasty |
| 2. Last Request |
| 3. Rewind |
| 4. Million Faces |
| 5. These Streets |
| 6. New Shoes |
| 7. White Lies |
| 8. Loving You |
| 9. Autumn |
| 10. Alloway Grove |
Product Description
Amazon.co.uk Review
19-year old Scottish singer/songwriter Paolo Nutini sounds older than his years on his debut album, These Streets. It's not just his careworn, smooth-as-sandpaper voice, either (although, admittedly, it does help). It's more to do with the maturity of the lyrics, and the casual soulfulness of his delivery. "Last Request" is more the work of a vintage Motown singer than a teenager from Paisley, and it's to Nutini's credit that he carries it off with aplomb. And rather like the soul singers of previous generations, he manages to sing without a hint of hypocrisy about his own sexual exploits ("Jenny Don't Be Hasty") while also questioning his girlfriend's fidelity ("Alloway Grove"). It's the fact that he's so frank, and even a little bit naive, that he manages to get away with it. And though the stripped-down tunes on These Streets don't always immediately grab the listener (the title track, in particular), the songs where Nutini is accompanied by a full band often manage to evoke sunny-day American soul ("New Shoes", for example). This is a strong debut, and considering Paolo Nutini's tender years, bigger things can be expected of him in the future. --Ted Kord
From the Label
Nutini’s songs suggest he knows an awful lot about the vicissitudes of life and love, and demonstrate his unique gift for expressing in song the attitudes and experiences of someone his age. ‘These Streets’ records his experiences of moving to London, a song which wistfully name checks the places in which he grew up and is sure to strike a chord with anyone who has ever lived in bedsit-land. "Feeling good, feeling down, telling a few white lies. It's a very personal record," says Nutini, "but hopefully other people can relate to the feelings." Many of the songs on the album, including ‘Last Request’ and ‘Rewind', were inspired by a turbulent relationship with a girlfriend, and ‘Jenny Don't Be Hasty’ is a true story about encounters with an older woman.
Despite the Italian name, the Nutini family have lived in Paisley for at least four generations. Paolo's great-grandfather opened the fish and chip shop in Paisley, which his parents now run. Nutini grew up hanging out and later working in the shop but was always surrounded by music. His grandfather - commemorated in the elegiac ‘Autumn’ on the album - played him Scottish folk songs by the Corries and a local priest would often come round to play boogie-woogie on the family piano. Exposure to '50s rock'n'roll came via his father's love of the Drifters, and amongst an aunt's record collection he found a Ray Charles album, which began his love of classic soul. Further influences inlcude the work of such classic troubadours as John Martyn and Van Morrison. When the opportunity arose to tour the UK as a roadie for a friends band, Paolo quit school in Glasgow and the die was cast. After moving to London, he performed regularly at the Bedford in Balham, later signing to Atlantic Records shortly after his 18th birthday.
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
24 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
About a year ago, I downloaded the single These Streets from the itunes store as it was their single of the week. From the first listen, I fell in love with the song and played it repeatedly until the album came out.
By that time I had also downloaded the single Last Request which is another very strong song so I was highly anticipating the full album which certainly doesn't disappoint.
Whilst These Streets remians by far my favourite song, the album is a whole is excellent from start to finish.
By that time I had also downloaded the single Last Request which is another very strong song so I was highly anticipating the full album which certainly doesn't disappoint.
Whilst These Streets remians by far my favourite song, the album is a whole is excellent from start to finish.
39 of 40 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
This album is probably my favourite of 2006. It's one I never get tired of listening to and I can quite happily listen to the album straight through, without skipping a track.
The fact that he is only 19 comes as quite a surprise to a lot of people; his voice is mature and amazing. The live version of 'Last Request' at the end is stunning, and I can say that after having seen this kid live three times, he is very special and outstanding live. His songs tell a story of love, losing love, wanting it back, family, leaving home for the first time and also returning. There is something in this album that I believe everyone can relate to. His 'story' is told beautifully.
Buy this album; you won't regret it.
The fact that he is only 19 comes as quite a surprise to a lot of people; his voice is mature and amazing. The live version of 'Last Request' at the end is stunning, and I can say that after having seen this kid live three times, he is very special and outstanding live. His songs tell a story of love, losing love, wanting it back, family, leaving home for the first time and also returning. There is something in this album that I believe everyone can relate to. His 'story' is told beautifully.
Buy this album; you won't regret it.
27 of 28 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I don't normally write reviews but this is a special occasion because "These Streets" is the best CD I have ever listened to. I listen to a lot of music but this is the first time I can say every single track on this album is a winner - right through from beginning to end and the hidden track - an acoustic version of Last Request is amazing. Paolo Nutini is an extremely talented singer/songwriter for his age. His lyrics are clever and tell interesting stories.
I saw him recently and his voice is even more beautiful live. For me, this has been the best album for 2006. Buy this CD - you will not regret it!
I saw him recently and his voice is even more beautiful live. For me, this has been the best album for 2006. Buy this CD - you will not regret it!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Just Cracking!
Some really good pieces on here, I can highly recommend it! Nutini has some really catchy, upbeat songs on his debut album with songs such as Jenny Don't Be Hasty, Last Request,... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Jenny B
Fantastic CD!
I loved this CD and I think it is definately worth buying. The songs are great, the lyrics are fab and I would recommend this to anyone!!
Published 8 months ago by Flower
Great album
This is a great album. It is brilliant for summer day listening. It is has become a firm family favourite.
Published 9 months ago by Mrs. Carol A. Mills
I'm always going back to Paolo Nutini
I picked up These Streets years ago when it came out and I'd listen to and enjoy it on occasion but only in the last year or so do I find myself appreciating it far more deeply; I... Read more
Published 11 months ago by JCalleja
OK - but eclipsed by Sunny Side UP
My 1st Paulo Nutini Album was SUNNY SIDE UP... which I absolutely love. Saw this and obviously wanted to get it...
Was disappointed. Read more
Was disappointed. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Book Worm
A great cd from paulo
Fab, love this CD and constantly play it for it's upbeat rhythm and Paulos great voice. Didn't think I was that keen on Paulo Nutini until I took up Zumba dance and they played one... Read more
Published 16 months ago by Hollyberry
Excellent
I bought this CD after purchasing "Sunny side up" and loving that one thought I'd by his previous release. I wasn't disappointed, this really is an amazing album. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Mrs. L. Bell
Excellent
Just love Paulo . Cannot wait for his next album.
The sound the lyrics are brilliant .
Nearly worn out played so much. Read more
The sound the lyrics are brilliant .
Nearly worn out played so much. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Rhona
gift for xmas
Bought as gift for xmas.Have heard a couple of songs and think he is a good singer so bought for my mother who liked him
Published 17 months ago by Mrs. D. Warwick
Good beginings!
A good record. Even better if you think Paolo Nutini was so young when he recorded it. He showed he was a good composer with a gorgeous voice. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Daniel Cardiel Garcia
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