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B5



There was something special about the Jackson 5. Their combination of innocence
and talent was instantly attractive. Their impact on music would outlast their
time together as a group. Though it is obvious music’s newest R&B group B5 is
making an attempt to follow in the footsteps of the music moguls preceding them,
there is still much to be said about their talent. Ranging in age from 10 to16,
the group is very well put together—almost a little too well. Nevertheless,
their self-titled debut album seems to bring back to mind everything a true
music group should represent.



U Got Me, the group’s first single, moves unexpectedly fast. Though initially
the speed may be a slight distraction, the boys show their ability to take an
up-tempo track and showcase their ability. Vocal control is evident in the
verses. Reminiscent of a pop sound, there is still an element of soul displayed
by the organ in the track and by the harmony of the chorus and particularly in
the bridge. The unified sound of the boys is pleasant, yet striking. Lyrically,
they keep it simple, singing in the first verse, “It’s the way that you got me
(touch me)/you let me know that you love me/and the way that you kiss me/you let
me know that you miss me/and nobody’s gonna take me from you…” With an industry
full of young artist singing about questionable experiences, B5 manages to keep
it age appropriate, making them almost completely believable. This is a song you
can “take home to mama”.



Heartbreak is that song that children sing on the playground, hanging upside
down from the jungle gym. Though these children probably have no idea what
heartbreak is truly about, after hearing the song, it just stuck to memory for
them. The mid tempo track is light on the production side, with little more than
bee bops and simulated hand claps (or snaps, pick one). Light on the vocal side
as well, this light-hearted, kid sounding track is probably more so an effort to
bring back memories of preadolescence. The melody of the sing songy chorus tugs
at your childhood with the words, “Never had a heartbreak/no way/not me/she’s
officially the first to say no/whoa/oh/no…” This song speaks to the emotions,
stirring up feelings of nostalgia that almost force a smile. Sometimes music is
more than just entertainment.


Final Grade
More bubble gum than raunchy and blunt, B5 probably won’t be noticed by many
Pretty Ricky Fans. Their sound and their seemingly wholesome image has been
crafted so well it’s almost unbelievable and at times can be slightly annoying.
Yet at the same time, these elements make believing the group desirable. What’s
wrong with lyrics that sound as if elementary school children wrote them? What’s
wrong with songs that can be sang aloud because the subject matter is not X
rated? While it may take some time for B5 to win over the mass of music goers
that are stuck in mainstream, their combination of pop, soul and naivety (or the
acting there-of) is winning. Final Grade B+

















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