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Maybe That's What It Takes [Single] [Maxi]

~ Alex Parks
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)

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  • Audio CD (17 Nov 2003)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Format: Single, Maxi
  • Label: Polydor
  • ASIN: B0000W3YLK
  • Other Editions: MP3 Download
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 183,937 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Listen  1. Maybe That's What It Takes 3:54£0.69
Listen  2. Beautiful 3:56£0.69
Listen  3. Over Conscious 3:40£0.69

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant stuff, 19 Nov 2003
Finally, after swathes of cookie-cutter wannabe popstars created by 'reality tv', fame academy came across a genuine, gorgeous and astoundingly talented artist in the form of Alex Parks. I was eally impressed by every song she did on the series, putting her own distinctive stamp on them.
'Maybe that's what it takes' is a beautiful song, and her haunting and emotional vocal style reminds me of the also brilliant Annie Lennox. If there's any justice it'll knock the 'pop-by-numbers, flavour-of-the-week' act off the top spot.
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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A great debut, 4 Nov 2003
The first single from Fame Academy 2003 winner Alex Parks, 'Maybe That's What it Takes' is a haunting piano ballad about the sacrifices of love.
A brilliant song in the vain of artists like Sarah Mclachlan, it rises and falls, dragging the listener out with it like the tide.
I cannot recommend the song enough.
Also on the single a cover of 'Beautiful' sung with more emotion than would be thought possible and 'Over Conscious' another original song.
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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A must-have for hard core fans, 29 Nov 2003
By deepbluesky (London, United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
This debut single contains three tracks from Alex Parks' excellent album 'Introduction' so while it's a must-have for hard core fans, others may prefer to buy the album.

Maybe That's What It Takes: Not one of Alex's strongest, lyrically speaking, but this track is gorgeous. I love it, simply for Alex's magnificent vocals. Her voice connects directly to the pleasure centre in my brain.

Beautiful: Lovely. True to the ravishing showdown performances that topped and tailed Alex's exciting ride through Fame Academy. I really like the 70s-style backing vocals.

Over Conscious: Tortured, clever, camp, maybe even a little psychedelic. Heavily programmed instrumentals which worm their way into your subconscious. An extraordinary, imaginative piece of work.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Buy this CD!!
great cd featuring the second single form introduction, cry.
this is such an amazing song, great vocals!
also: maybe thats what it takes (accoustic+video!) & more! Read more
Published on 15 Feb 2004 by dean

1.0 out of 5 stars crap!
Personally, myself and my friends find this song so annoying. The local Radios refuse to play it due to the amount of angry callers they get. Read more
Published on 14 Dec 2003 by ahood850trx

5.0 out of 5 stars The greatest talent to ever come out of a reality TV show!
Maybe thats what it takes has a great tune, and alongside the great lyrics, by Alex herself this is great debut single. Read more
Published on 25 Nov 2003 by theflyingcrow

5.0 out of 5 stars Can't stop listening to her
Since I heard her rendition of Cold Play's "Yellow" I and my husband have been committed fans. Her voice has an ethereal quality which makes me want to listen to her again and... Read more
Published on 16 Nov 2003 by Susan Lewis

5.0 out of 5 stars Exactly what the the current music industry is lacking....
Maybe this is what it will take to at last bring the brits music industry alive! ...ALEX PARKS ... pure, unadulterated talent. Read more
Published on 12 Nov 2003 by Bee

3.0 out of 5 stars A promissing debut
Alex has instantly caught my sympathy when she first appeared on the Fame Academy show. Although she wasn't the most talented songwriter in the contest and her performances have... Read more
Published on 10 Nov 2003

3.0 out of 5 stars I may be right, I may be wrong
There is no doubt this pretty girl is going to be a hit but I cannot bring myself to join the totally besotted. Read more
Published on 9 Nov 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars you just get a feeling...
Have you ever seen a film, watched a tv programme, listened to someone speak, or heard a song that not only enveloped you, but also spun you round so fast that your stomach felt... Read more
Published on 8 Nov 2003 by Bauer

5.0 out of 5 stars Refreshing Or What!
I think Alex is what the public have been waiting for - a quality singer with a raw edge who means what she sings. No sickly smiles, just great music. Refreshing.
Published on 8 Nov 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful song
I adore this song, it's beautiful and Alex's delivery is passionate and superb. The video by the way is stunning, she's so cute and the bit near the end when she's at the... Read more
Published on 7 Nov 2003 by MR STEVEN J PACITTI

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