The song is called "4 Carats" and it's from Kelly Clarkson's Wrapped in Red album, which released at the end of October. This song reminds me of "Santa Baby" in a way, but instead of having a large "Grown Up Christmas List", Kelly has only one thing she's asking for this Christmas. A massive rock.
For us average folks who make enough to buy a plastic ring out of the vending machine, this song may seem a bit greedy and ridiculous, but I assure you, the lyrics are simply adorable and the sound is a whole lot of fun.
The beginning is a bit odd because all I can think of is Blue Man Group with their PVC pipe instruments playing along with a didgeridoo, but once Kelly comes in with the lyrics, the vibe of the song is just pure Christmas joy.
The album as a whole is fantastic. Kelly has a nice blend of the classics along with her own originals. Speaking of the classics, those songs have to be done right. If you stray from tradition and completely lose the original sound, you're running a huge risk of losing listeners right then and there. That's why Kelly's album is so great. She sticks to the traditional sounds we have all grown up with and she does them exceedingly well.
I know I say this time and time again, but this girl has some serious talent and she understands music, but more importantly, she understands her audience and that's what's important when it comes to making a successful Christmas album.
If you haven't heard the whole album yet, get on it! I assure you, it will be the best $10 you ever spend.
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