The Secret Life of The Veronicas
Finally after a long wait, the album is finally here..Ok im lying i had it ages ago but it was only released in America on Valentines Day 14th of Feb 2006. What a great day to release an album. Im sure when they look back in the future they would go wow we actually released an album during Valentines day how cool is that? Haha yes the album is filled with high energetic songs that have strong punches to it like 4ever, Leave Me Alone and Revolution. The album also contains songs that have so much meaning to it especially after a break up and the songs are more angry and more dark and edgy. Songs like Everything Im Not, When It All Falls Apart and Heavily Broken. Then comes all the fun songs with weird lyrics and tunes and rhythms..that make you wanna hear it more and more because it just somehow makes you happy, like Secret, I Could Get Used To This, Mother Mother..Overall the album is full of songs which showcase the girls talent and their evident ease in singing harmonies and parts. It seems to me that the way they sing parts and harmonies are as tho they are singing the main melody because they make it sound so easy. Its more down to earth and most people can actually relate to it..The girls co-wrote most of the songs on the album with the exception of 4ever and other songs but they did have a say in what kinda sounds they wanted and they had alot of fun recording this album because they got to work with many different writers. Jess and Lisa Origliasso have embarked on a new journey with this album, i am anticipating the next one and im sure it will be as good as the first debut album because there's just so much talent in these 2 twisn from Brisbaine, Australia. They've also written songs for many other singers like t.A.T.u - All About Us and 2 of the Australian Idols. Lisa usually sings the verses for most of the songs and Jess sings the choruses, but sometimes its mixed. Jess usually does the screaming in the songs like the high parts of the songs..
Overall Rating for the Album: 10/10
1. 4ever - This is the 1st Single of their debut album. This is a really an upbeat song that has so much vocal power in it. The girls scream their lungs out in this song as they show so much energy as they sing this song..Although its not written by them, they make it sound as tho it is because they really embrace the song and make it their own..You should hear this song live, its just flawless and yes i really love this song alot because its just so upbeat and it makes you happy listening to it! 10/10
2. Everything Im Not - 2nd Single of their current album and its doing very well in Australia. If you're facing a breakup or going thru a tough time right now with whoever that you're together with, this is a great song. Or if you feel alot of hate in you listen to this song because this song is just brilliant. The girls describe this song as being a little bit more angry compared to 4ever. They also say that this song tells that person..dude its not alright..And you can hear Jess doing a really great job with all the high parts in the song! Its more mellow and more rockier compared to 4ever, a definite good follow up to 4ever. 10/10
3. When It All Falls Apart - This is yet another break up song that looks to be the girls 3rd single..The video for this song has already been shot but it hasnt been released as of yet. It shows so much energy in them and its a great song to listen to because of the beat that makes you kinda feel happy tho its a sad song. Good songs to listen to awesome lyrics and catchy melody..what more can you ask for? Its amazing and yeah the lyrics are sad. 10/10
4. Leave Me Alone - When i first heard this song, i thought t.A.T.u was singing it..some parts of the chorus sounds like them singing its soo similar..but yes its a great song as the title goes Leave ME Alone..so good to tell whoever that's bothering you to just leave you alone ..its a really fun song to sing along too as well! The lyrics send an agry message however the tune states otherwise..its kinda more happy to me but yeah its brilliant 10/10
5. Nobody Wins - If you like something thats mellow and has alot of screaming in it, this is the song for you and when i say screaming i dont mean literally screaming but more of the high range when it comes to vocals. Jess shows magnificent vocals in this song when she sings this song. Its a little bit more dark compared to the other songs that they have and it really has a lot of meaning to it. I would want this to be released as single but i dont know if thats going to happen or not but its definitely something to look out for..starts off just with a nice guitar and stings and Lisa rocking out..This song is just the best! 10/10
6. Speechless - If you want to hear what true vocal powers/skills the girls have this is the song for you to look out for because there is hardly any music to this but only an acoustic guitar. You should hear them singing this song live..its really flawless..This is probably the most toned down song that they have on the album and its slow and really more clam and tranquil. Good for listening to on smooth days when you feel calm and at east. Probably one of the most diversed songs as well seeing as to how they have the image of being spunky and rockish but yeah if you hear this song, you wouldnt believe that its sung by them. Anywho i must say the the vocals in the song are great as well and again, Jess doing the high parts and the choruses..if you want something different from them listen to this.9.5/10
7. Heavily Broken - You should listen to the acoustic version of this song its soo much better but still this song is also really mellow in a sense that its really sad hard rock emo music and its amazing as well..with the powerful vocals that you hear from the girls. This song was written by them and someone else. They usually perform this song acoustic and you can hear Jess rocking out on the guitar which is sooo cool and yes them singing live is just breathless i must add..Overall its a great song just not one of my favourites sadly..9/10
8. Mouth Shut - When i heard this song i was like what the hell is this? It sounds so weird super poser wannabe but when i heard the live version of this song my jaw just literally dropped..they sing it with such passion and enthusiasm and i was amazed at how good they were and it changed my whole perception of the song. I started to appreciate this song more and more and now its one of my favourites..Its amazing they way they sing this song..its heart warming actually..You may think its a poser song but when you listen to the lyrics i pray that you change your perception as well because its a really meanigful mellow song..kinda a bit more angry as well..but yes its great! 9.5/10
9. I Could Get Used To This - Well this song isnt one of my favourites either but still its good..its kinda like a feel good song as well..i dont really have much to say about this song so go listen and then tell me what you think about it. 9/10
10. Secret - Well well well we've reached the song that has so much talk about it..This has got to be the funniest song in the whole entire album...I love the way this song is being sung with the starting and all the way till the end..its just soo funny and musically its great and vocally its even better but it donest really show much of their talent tho but still the lyrics are hell funny! You really must listen to this song when you buy the album cause its just hilariously funny! 9.5/10
11. Revolution - One of my most recent added song to my favourite list..I used to dislike this song but now im in love with it because i can get to hear their wonderful aussie accent in this song especially when they say the word home hahahaha its soo sweet and funny ok maybe its just me but yes im obsessed with their accent and yeah its good that they spoke in this song..its great too tho some people think that the lyrics are cheesy but whatever because its a great song and Jess rocks in this song..well she rocks in everyone too so yeah! Great song! 9.5/10
12. Mother Moter - Ah The Last song on the album...tho its a cover song, i think that they pulled it of incredibly well..and i just realized after listening to it just now that this is probably the most even song on the album because usually Lisa sings more as the verses are longer compared to the chorus and she has to back Jess up in the choruses..so yeah both of them sing an equal..Lisa sings the first part of the song and then Jess sings the second part..but i think Jess sings it better tho especially the screaming parts and this time i really mean screaming you can really hear her screaming lol..but yes its a great song and funny in a way as well! 9.5/10
Favorite Song : 4ever, Everything Im Not, When It All Falls Apart, Nobody Wins
Least Fav Song: i dont really have one but if i have to choose urm I could get used to this