Chris
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Post by Chris on Oct 25, 2006 11:25:17 GMT -5
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Post by bernadette on Oct 25, 2006 11:32:11 GMT -5
Wow, this really is a great review. Things are looking up nicely for our Yusuf. How nice.  |
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Post by Vivian on Oct 25, 2006 11:46:08 GMT -5
Great review. The only difference I have with the review, is that I give it five stars instead of four.
Peace,Vivian
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Post by SuzieQ on Oct 25, 2006 12:14:10 GMT -5
Miriam Zendle wasn't to complementary on Yusuf's lyrics though was she?
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Chris
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Post by Chris on Oct 25, 2006 12:30:00 GMT -5
Miriam Zendle wasn't to complementary on Yusuf's lyrics though was she? Yes, I noticed this as well. My guess is that she isn't or wouldn't be a Foreigner Suite fan.  This must be why Yusuf lost the 5th star. I personally love the lyrics. |
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Post by bernadette on Oct 25, 2006 12:40:48 GMT -5
I glossed over that part. LOL I don't take even ambiguous criticism well. |
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Post by Daddy-o on Oct 25, 2006 13:27:26 GMT -5
There you have it... "growly, throaty vocals" they say. Very topical! It's a great update of the song.
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Gizmo
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Post by Gizmo on Oct 25, 2006 16:24:33 GMT -5
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salsabil
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Salsabil: One of the rivers in paradise from which the faithful may drink (Qur'an 76:18).
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Post by salsabil on Oct 25, 2006 18:23:04 GMT -5
Well, four out of five stars looks good to me! Way to go, Yusuf! Honestly my first time hearing the song I was a bit disappointed that he used parts of Foreigner w/ the lyrics changed, but after hearing it numerous times more, I really like it. It fits Yusuf's life now, so why not! I like it more each time I hear it, but of course, not everyone is going to. Still, for the most part, the review was a good one, I am glad for Yusuf and happily awaiting the release of the cd. By the way, great review, Gizmo!  |
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Post by Dusty_Day on Oct 25, 2006 20:42:56 GMT -5
Miriam Zendle wasn't to complementary on Yusuf's lyrics though was she? Yes, I noticed this as well. My guess is that she isn't or wouldn't be a Foreigner Suite fan. This must be why Yusuf lost the 5th star. I personally love the lyrics. I'm guessing that perhaps she has never heard the Foreigner Suite. Most of us know & love FS & we are used to the build up to the fantastic ending. Speaking for myself, in my imagination, I ‘hear’ Heaven as sort of flowing gently on from the lyrical end of FS. The passion/lust of youth flowing onto an acknowledgment of a long lasting true love that he is experiencing now. Without any knowledge of FS, I can understand (but not agree with) why she may think of the lyrics as being trite. Do you know what I'm trying to say? I'm not very good at expressing myself.  Linda |
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salsabil
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Post by salsabil on Oct 25, 2006 20:50:48 GMT -5
Yes, I noticed this as well. My guess is that she isn't or wouldn't be a Foreigner Suite fan. This must be why Yusuf lost the 5th star. I personally love the lyrics. I think that perhaps she has never the Foreigner Suite. Most of us know & love FS & we are used to the build up to the fantastic ending. Speaking for myself, in my imagination, I ‘hear’ Heaven as sort of flowing gently on from the lyrical end of FS. The passion/lust of youth flowing onto an acknowledgment of a long lasting true love that he is experiencing now. Without any knowledge of FS in her mind, I can understand (but not agree with) why she may think of the lyrics as being trite. Do you know what I'm trying to say? I'm not very good at expressing myself. Linda Well, Linda, you expressed yourself quite well and I agree with you. I, too, love the lyrics. It took me a listen or two, but as I said previously, each time I hear it I love it more. I like your idea of Heaven flowing off the end of Foreigner Suite and how you described it, well expressed and wonderful! |
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Chris
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Post by Chris on Oct 25, 2006 21:42:42 GMT -5
Beautifully said Linda and Salsabil, heaven does have an almost serene sequel or (ending) quality to FS. I wasn't quite sure what to think of it after my first few listens to it. (I'm not quite sure what I was expecting) But, the more I listen to heaven, the more I have come to appreciate it's alluring quality. Linda you expressed yourself far better than I usually ever do. |
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Post by Dusty_Day on Oct 25, 2006 23:01:50 GMT -5
Thanks Salsabil & Christine.
I hope you haven't opened 'Pandora's Box' with your encouragement. I may no longer agonise over 'bursting into print".
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Linda
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Post by HardheadedSofthrtd on Oct 25, 2006 23:44:47 GMT -5
Burst away, Linda. I completely "get" what you're saying and agree. :-)
-Joanne
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This must be why Yusuf lost the 5th star. I personally love the lyrics.
