I’ve always had a soft spot for Dido. Why? Because her name is one letter away from “Dildo“. Though she hasn’t had a major radio hit since 2003’s “White Flag” and her third studio album (produced by Jon Brion) never took off, she’s coming out swinging for her upcoming release Girl Who Got Away.
It could be argued that “Let Us Move On”, the British singer-songwriter’s collaboration with critically-adored rapper Kendrick Lamar, was more highly anticipated than the album’s lead single “No Freedom”. Taking this into account, it was wise for her label to premiere the track last Friday on NPR.
Kendrick’s contribution works surprisingly well, even if it’s a bit unnecessary… But, hey, if it helps drum up interest in one of the least offensive adult-contemporary artists of our time? I’m okay with that.
– Dewitt
Click through to listen to “Let Us Move On”:
I had no idea this lame bitch was still alive.
She is the definition of “bland”.
I had no idea this lame bitch was still alive.
She is the definition of “bland”.
Interesting song….Dido’s music has always been more thoughtful and atmospheric than any other singer I can think of. I’m interested to hear the new album.
Harsh…. so you don’t like her music. Just because her music isn’t loud and in your face like most current music, it doesn’t mean it’s bad. Dido’s music is very atmospheric and actually takes a bit of intelligence to listen to. It’s not mindless drivel. Her voice doesn’t have a six-octave range, nor does she possess Mariah Carey-esque belting power, but that’s kind of the point. She writes and chooses music based on the contrast of her voice against the backdrop of music. She doesn’t rely on vocal tics (Nicki Minaj) or studio manipulation (Bieber, Katy Perry, etc).
If Dido ever gets used in dance tracks she’ll blow up again. Sia went forever making the most depressing music possible and now look at her.