Music Review - Mika “Life In Cartoon Motion”
GRADE: A
Mika is that rare European pop star that brings new life into the genre. These days Americans need to have their hip-hop, R&B influences fused in with their pop music in order for it to chart. But once again, Euro pop saves the day. “Life In Cartoon Motion” is a special find, chock full of smart, adult bubblegum pop music. This collection of tunes is accessible to the youngest of pop followers, to the dance crazy adult in your life. They will all get a kick out of the bouncy disco inspired music Mika has created, without getting that sugary empty feeling after multiple listenings.
At the moment Mika has charted 3 top ten singles in the U.K. and abroad. His first single here in the USA is “Grace Kelly”, and it is the perfect example of the type of fun Mika has. His next single is even better, “Love Today” has an infectious hook and dance beat that will make you giddy. “Relax (Take It Easy) is Mika’s thrid single and my favorite tune on the c.d. His lightest confection is “Lollipop”, which is a true pop song if ever there was one. You can hear the many influences that are woven into Mika’s songs; a little bit of Queen, Elton John, The Scissor Sisters, Robbie Williams.
FREE MIKA STREAMING MUSIC:
“GRACE KELLY (REMIX)”
“LOLLIPOP”
“RELAX (TAKE IT EASY)”
I am really impressed by this c.d. it has all the elements of a perfect pop album. Mika also has that ambiguously sexy look and style that is trend setting. He is a sex symbol to say the least. The title of this disc is perfect, “Life In Cartoon Motion”. The feelings that swell up inside you from listening to this album create a bubbly, child like quality in your mood. You can’t help but sing along to the quirky lyrics and just have fun. I recommend this disc to any pop music fan that is looking for that next big thing.
MIKA’S “LOVE TODAY” MUSIC VIDEO
April 13th, 2007 at 12:53 pm
i really like the Relax (take it easy) song!! you know, even though Mika apparently just died in your arms tonight…must’ve been something you said. he should have walked away.
April 24th, 2007 at 2:15 pm
i completly agree with the review.this album has just got that happy not to dirty feel to it which gives it the advantage that anyone from old ladys to little kids can love. thats why Kerrang woulndt put anything about him in their magazine. the albums like Marmite you either love it or you hate it( he said that himself ). i personaly love his album and all his songs. i hope he does another one