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So, it’s a new year, a new month and a New
Single of the Month. We made a New Years Resolution to stop rambling on
so much in the introductions to these things. It probably won’t last
long, so enjoy it whilst it lasts. Here goes!
 Kanye West feat. Chris Martin – Homecoming
In all serious, this shouldn’t work; hip-hop superstar Kanye waxing
lyrical whilst that woolly-jumper-wearing wally from the blandest band
on the planet tickles those ivories with gusto. Yet the truth is, it
does work, and it works amazingly well.
In fact, it’s Chris Martin’s addictive piano playing and soothing chorus
that really got us hooked on this song. It’s so infectious and enticing
and for reasons we can’t quite fathom, it reminds us of the Rocky Balboa
films. Strange, we know, but what can you do?
Anyway, whilst all this is going on, we’ve got Kanye giving it some on
the mic as he talks about the complicated relationship between he and
‘Windy’, or as we best know her, the ‘windy city’ of Chicago.
If this tune doesn’t hit number one once it’s physically released in
early February, we’ll be quite surprised.
The lyrics are smart, the music’s sweet, and we’re in love. Now why
can’t Coldplay do anything that’s at least a quarter as good as this?
The Runners Up
Mika – Relax
Remember when Scissor Sisters covered Pink Floyd? This reminds us of
that, only better, bouncier, and loads more fun.
Lupe Fiasco feat. Matthew Santos - Superstar
What’s not to like about this song? It’s like a big ol’ pot of vocal
loveliness.
Recommended links:
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www.kanyeuniversecity.com
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www.myspace.com/kanyewest
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