The same way of creating instrumental hooks is used in the chorus, and the melody line in the verses is strong enough to carry the parts in between. If you ever wondered what it would sound like if Melanie C sang on a Major Lazer or DJ Snake track, this would be the answer. The most obvious hit potential on Version of Me is definitely the track ‘Numb’. On the darker title track, driven by dramatic strings ad thunderous drums, she delivers a clear message to the person from her past who keeps haunting her: “Why can’t you let go of me, I don’t have the patience anymore!” One of the absolute best choruses on the album comes from ‘Room For Love’, a midtempo track with prominent beats and a typical 2016 electronic production. It probably is the most interesting and daring composition and production on the album and we applaud her for that. With ‘Escalator’ she delivers the most electronic track of the new album with some unexpected synths in the bouncy chorus. The album opens with ‘Dear Life’, an anthemic pop tune with a big soaring chorus and an important question: “Dear life, what do you hold for me?” Unfortunately we can not answer that, but we can tell you that Version of Me holds a lot to enjoy for admirers of Mel’s distinctive vocals. Of course that did not really happen, but that did not stop her from sending more electronic pop that sounds right on the money our way. If there was any (pop)justice in the world she would have had a big hit with such a well written on trend song. The track is well produced and has an incredibly memorable chorus.
‘Anymore’ certainly was a promising first taste of the record. After waiting for five years for more original material, we finally have a new record to listen to! After the release of the contemporary sounding pop anthem ‘Anymore’, Sporty Spice drops the album Version of Me that follows a similar trendy path.
Melanie C wasn’t joining them for the little celebration though and soon after it turned out she was working on new solo material.
The Spice Girls celebrated the 20th birthday of their break out hit ‘Wannabe’ this year and Emma Bunton, Melanie B and Geri Halliwell teased a reunion.
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