Hard Candy - the review

This morning, Hard Candy, the long awaited new album, finally went on sale in the Netherlands. Obviously I was there when the record stores opened, so here's my song by song rundown, my personal review of this fantastic new Madonna album!

Candy Shop
Hot! Sexy! Fierce! Welcome to her store, she's got candy galore! If there's anyone who could be my 'one stop candy shop' it would be her! What a smashing way to start of the album. The mood is there, it's 9 in the morning but I'm feeling as if I just walked into a crowded club!

4 Minutes
We all know this one, but it doesn't make it less of a killer song! 4 Minutes could easily rank between my long list of favourite Madonna singles. It's great to finally have this one as part of the bigger collection, instead of just the single.

Give It 2 Me
Very good choice to release this as the second single. I'm sure this one will get the floors filled. Madonna's voice sounds amazing, in a somewhat high pitch. She sings she can 'go on and on and on'. Listening to this song, I can do the same!

Heartbeat
This could easily become my favourite song of the album. Again, Madonna sings in a high voice for the chorus, and a bit lower for the verses. Also there's a little bridge where she raps a little bit (but not like on American Life). Sounds very hot, could easily become a single.

Miles Away
I've heard so much about this song already, and it more than lives up to its expectations. If she decides to release a slow song as a single, I'd say it should be this one. Also, the lyrics are a great answer to all the stupid fucked up papparazzi constantly writing she and Guy are divorcing.

She's Not Me
Is there any song on this album that could not become a #1 hit single? If there is, I have yet to hear it, cause She's Not Me again rocks the house! It's like a modern version of Thief Of Hearts from the Erotica album. Madonna sounds nasty and mean, just the way I like her best!

Incredible
A really nice feel good song! This is the one you need to hear while lying on the beach when the sun shines, there's no worries and everything's great. One of the reasons I love Madonna so much, is the fact she always makes me happy, no matter how shitty things go. This song is definitely another justification for my love for her!

Beat Goes On
The only thing that sounds like the version that was leaked about half a year ago, is the chorus. Kayne West is featured on this song and I have to say the co-working suits Madonna fine! The sticker on the front cover of the album mentions this song as well, so I guess this will be another single!

Dance 2Night
Another duet with Justin Timberlake. Did I mention already I've always been a big fan of Justin's music? I've got both of his solo albums (Justified and FutureSex/LoveSounds) and listen to them all the time, so for him and Madonna to work together is like a musical dream come true! Love this song!

Spanish Lesson
La Isla Bonita with an urban beat, is the best way to describe this one. For the upcoming tour, this could be a good first encore, to get the crowd sweaty and dancing, and warmed up for the finale, which hopefully will be Give It 2 Me! Sounds a lot like a Nelly Furtado song. If I need to pick one, I'd say this is my least favourite of the album.

Devil Wouldn't Recognize You
Why why why didn't she sing this during the Re-Invention Tour, like she seemed to be planning. This song is an instant fan favourite! One of the best ballads she's ever done. I'm totally in love with this song!

Voices
A perfect way to end the album. 'Who is the master and who is te slave?', is one of the lyrics. Well, Madonna, I have no problem with being your slave! Thank you for another fantastic album! I cannot wait for the tour!!!