So it's been a while since I've posted anything on here...but that's perfectly alright since I'm pretty sure no one actually reads this. In conclusion, I'm the only one affected by this, and it really hasn't affected me at all. But, I've picked up a few new albums over the months and would like to share thoughts--with myself.
MoZella (Maureen McDonald) is a wonderful artist and person in general. Her music is soulful, playful, and delightful. She released her sophomore album, Belle Isle, on October 2oth under a new studio, Universal Motown Records.
1.) Freezing
"And the darkness outside is a mirror to my eyes, ‘cause my soul won’t reflect any light."
This song is all about being lonely and out in the cold. It's probably one of my favorite songs on the album. It's quiet and mysterious, but completely identifiable. Makes a strong start to the record.
2.) Stay
"Before you take off running away, I have got something to say. Why don't you stay?"
There's a common theme of relationship woes on this album, and this song is one of the heavy ones. MoZella must've had many bad relationships to be so inspired. The beat is smooth and catchy and instantly becomes a memorable track.
3.) Luv Sik
"Doctor, doctor, you don't have to cure me from this pain that I'm feeling."
Another song on relationship woes that leave the narrator feeling literally, "luv sik." Catchy, spunky , and fluid. I like the song, but I tend to forget where it is on the album, so it's not one of the more memorable or original tracks, although I understand what she's saying, completely.
4.) More of You
"You're a door I can't close without running late."
Immediately, you'll listen to this song and find yourself doing upper-body side-to-side rolls, (if you can understand what the hell I'm talking about). A song that basically states attraction to a person you wish you weren't attracted to, but every time you see them, you want more.
5.) Manhattan
"I've got $200, a guitar, and a coat. Yeah, I hear it gets cold there, but I'm already froze."
A song about picking up and starting over. It includes an infectious chorus and basically tells everyone 'she's moving to Manhattan, and never looking back.'
6.) Let's Stop Calling It Love
"I guess I had a choice. Boys will be boys, and this girl's annoyed."
Here's good advice for anyone in a crappy one-sided relationship just for the sake of being "with someone." Just stop. Get out.
7.) 4 Leaf Clover
"Always just a friend, never a lover. I'm the one they call for good advice."
This song came out around the end of her first album. I liked it then and absolutely love it now. Not only is it catchy, but so true. From a girl who's always been the friend, if that, I love this song. But that's not the end; she's gonna step up and go for someone instead of waiting for him to come to her.
8.) Hurry Up & Choose
"If things were good at home, you wouldn't come to me with those loving eyes."
So we all know what it's like to be interested in someone who's already involved with someone else. Story of my life. Here, he's with someone else, but has feelings for the narrator. Now he has to choose.
9.) Uh-Uh
"Oh, wow, what a surprise you're out all night. I neatly threw your stuff on the lawn. Hope that's alright."
Lovely lyrics and back and forth pandering between MoZella and guest vocals from Marty James of One Block Radius. To put it simply, she's not taking his shit anymore.
10.) Thank You
"You fight off my enemies. You take a bullet for me, and you know I'd do the same for you."
A fun catchy song that you've probably heard in a commercial or two. A very nicely arranged song for simply saying 'thank you' to anyone who you love and who's been there for you.
11.) Twilight Girls
"I'm so sorry that it's come to this. I'm so sorry that the world is such a mess. But God don't love you any less."
The slowest and closing song on the album. I real look at the world and violence going on all around, even in quiet communities and the 'twilight girls' who are trying to protect their families from it.
Overall, a very strong, soulful, and poppy record. A great build from her debut album I Will. I recommend both, and be sure to check MoZella out live, she's a sweetheart.
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