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Joelle’s Top Five: Break Up Songs

Joelle Tomlinson — Fri, 22 May 2009 23:16:19 +0000

If record-store people were smart, they would file breakup music in a separate section. Because even though breakup songs cross almost every genre, it’s a very distinct kind of music. We’ve chosen five Breakup Music Hall of Fame first-ballot inductees to accompany this article, and none of them is simply a love song. They’re all about getting dumped and getting even. In the best breakup music, the song is actually an instrument of vengeance.

5. ¨Cry Me A River¨ – Justin Timberlake (2002)

Classic breakup line: “Girl I refuse, you must have me confused/ with some other guy/ Your bridges were burned, and now it’s your turn to cry.”

The fact that Justin Timberlake wrote this for Britney Spears makes it legendary in its own right. This bittersweet song captured the heart of thousands of fans, and was a staple item in the beginning of Timberlake´s career. Bet he´s glad everything worked out the way it did.

4. ¨Piece Of My Heart¨ – Erma Franklin (1967)

Classic breakup line: “You’re out on the streets looking good/ And baby deep down in your heart I guess you know that it ain’t right/ Never, never, never, never, never, never hear me when I cry at night/ Babe, I cry all the time!”

This is an iconic breakup song. All breakup music must be judged by it (and most likely pale in comparison). The intensity of Franklin´s voice is intimidating, and time has not worn down this classic story of angst.

3. ¨Gives You Hell¨¨- All American Rejects (2008)

Classic breakup line: ¨If you find a man that’s worth the damn and treats you well/ Then he’s a fool/You’re just as well/ Hope it gives you hell.¨

Not only is it catchy, it gets the message across rather clearly. This song captures a token transistion after the breakup where you smugly prove that you are better off without your ex. Though a tad overplayed on the radio, bitter single citizens can appreciate what the Rejects are promoting.

2. ¨You Oughta Know¨ – Alanis Morissette (1995)

Classic breakup line: “Every time I scratch my nails down someone else’s back/ I hope you feel it/ Can you feel it?”

This is the most anger-packed breakup song ever. Even Amy Winehouse wouldn’t think to write a song this crazy. Let´s hope that the government put Morissette´s ex-flames into witness protection after this release.

1. ¨I Will Survive¨ – Gloria Gaynor (1978)

Classic breakup line: “I should have changed my stupid lock/ I should have made you leave your key/ If I had known for just one second/ You’d be back to bother me.”

It starts off with one of the best openings in songwriting history (”First I was afraid, I was petrified”) and rapidly accelerates from there. What’s especially great about the song is the way the narrator grows from a timid wallflower to a self-assured take-no-prisoners love Terminator. Modern medicine will never come up with a better breakup cure than “I Will Survive.”

Fergie Snubs Timberlake For Diana

andPOP Staff — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 01:36:54 +0000

THE BLACK EYED PEAS star FERGIE snubbed pal JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE to appear at Sunday’s Concert For Diana.

The singer had been due to appear with the SexyBack star at a gig in Dublin, Ireland on Sunday as part of his world tour, but pulled out to appear at the tribute concert at London’s Wembley Stadium – with rapper 50 Cent called in as her last-minute replacement.

And the star – real name Stacey Ferguson – admits she’s indebted to the In Da Club hitmaker.

She says, “I guess I owe 50 a favour.”

Ferguson paid tribute to the late princess and her sons, Princes William and Harry, who organised the all-day extravaganza, saying, “They seem like pretty normal guys who put on the manners when they’re supposed to.”

Timberlake Cancels Irish Gig

andPOP Staff — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 01:36:39 +0000

Pop superstar JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE has disappointed fans by pulling out of an intimate concert on the Irish leg of his world tour, blaming “technical difficulties” for the cancellation.

The SexyBack hitmaker planned to perform two shows in one night in Dublin, Ireland, but was forced to axe one of the gigs on Saturday, reports Irish music magazine Hot Press.

Timberlake apologized to fans who had already paid for tickets to the intimate performance at nightclub Vicar Street, and offered them a chance to attend a show in the city’s RDS arena on Sunday as his personal guests.

He says, “I love being in Ireland – the audiences are always something else and I’m so disappointed we can’t make the Club Show happen this time. I hope to make it up to you guys next time.”

Good Charlotte Land Timberlake Support Slots

andPOP Staff — Fri, 15 Jun 2007 00:18:57 +0000

Pop punks GOOD CHARLOTTE have been announced as the unlikely support act for JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE’s upcoming U.S. arena tour.

The group, fronted by brothers BENJI and JOEL MADDEN, will join Timberlake on tour in his native Tennessee in August.

The rockers’ support slots will include two nights at New York’s Madison Square Garden in August and end with a pair of shows at Los Angeles’ Staples Center in mid-September.

Timberlake Signs Internet Phenomenon To His Label

andPOP Staff — Tue, 12 Jun 2007 01:40:55 +0000

Pop superstar JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE has signed the first artist to his new record label – an 18-year-old internet phenomenon.

Teenager Esmee Denters caused an international sensation last year when she posted covers of songs by Beyonce Knowles, Alanis Morrisette and Alicia Keys on website YouTube, leading to 21 million views.

Now Denters has signed to Tennman Records, will tour with Timberlake, and will release an album of her own material later this year.

Timberlake announced yesterday, “In completely unpredicted news to all YouTubers and bloggers, we are proud to announce Esmee Denters has signed to Tennman Records and she will be joining me on tour this summer.

“Esmee is the real deal and I cannot wait for the world to hear her, but all of her fans on YouTube should not worry – we will keep you in the loop every step of the way.”

Denters says, “Words can’t describe how amazing it is. I am so excited. It is something I have always dreamed of doing.

“I have to thank YouTube and its viewers for giving me the opportunity to show the world my voice. I also have to thank Justin, one of the biggest artists in the world, for believing in me and making my dreams come true.”

Timberlake Launches Record Label

andPOP Staff — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 11:17:13 +0000

Pop superstar JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE has launched his own record label – Tennman Records.

The SexyBack star will serve as chairman and CEO of the Los Angeles-based label, a joint venture with Interscope Records, which already boasts seven artists on its roster.

But Timberlake refused to divulge any further information, simply saying, “We are all excited about the talent we have to offer already on our roster and I cannot wait to introduce the world to my new discoveries.”

Jimmy Iovine, Chairman of Interscope Records, adds, “Whenever you have the opportunity to get into business with someone as gifted as Justin Timberlake, you take it. We are thrilled to have his label as part of Interscope.”

Tennman Records will officially announce the label’s first signings in the next few weeks.

Justin Timberlake Goes Country With Reba

andPOP Staff — Thu, 17 May 2007 12:38:37 +0000

JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE has returned to his Southern roots by writing and producing a new song for country music star REBA McENTIRE.

The Tennessee native has dedicated the track, The Only Promise That Remains, to his country-fan grandfather.

Timberlake tells MTV, “I just wrote and produced a song for Reba McEntire for her new record. I’m from Tennessee, so I’m making my grandfather very proud by working with someone like Reba McEntire.”

Timberlake Offers Personal Support To Britney

andPOP Staff — Mon, 07 May 2007 16:45:01 +0000

JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE and PINK are among the stars who have secretly been reaching out to show their support to BRITNEY SPEARS as the pop singer battles substance abuse in rehab.

Friends claim Timberlake left a personal message for his ex-girlfriend after calling the Promises treatment centre in Malibu, California last week.

A pal tells America’s Life & Style magazine, “He wished her the best and told her to get healthy and come back as the Britney he knew.”

And Timberlake has asked Spears’ mother LYNN to keep him updated with the TOXIC singer’s progress.

Pink and MARY J. BLIGE have also called Promises to leave messages for Spears, who, under the centre’s rules, isn’t allowed to receive phone calls during her stay.

Timberlake Plans To Step Out Of Spotlight

andPOP Staff — Fri, 04 May 2007 15:38:57 +0000

Superstar JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE is planning to step away from his solo career to write music for other artists.

The 26-year-old, who has collaborated with stars including Duran Duran and Timbaland, wants to lend his talents to a wide variety of genres, from country to hip-hop.

He says, “I’ve had a good share of the spotlight. I don’t feel like I need too much of it right now.

“I want to write country music, because that’s where I grew up – Tennessee. Soul music… I want to be involved in hip-hop.

“And sometimes I feel the only way to really express all those different sides, even just for myself, is through different people.”

He adds, “To write for myself, I definitely have to recharge my battery.”

Timberlake: ‘I Called Britney’

andPOP Staff — Sun, 15 Apr 2007 14:31:07 +0000

JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE has confirmed reports he reached out to his ex girlfriend BRITNEY SPEARS after learning she had checked into rehab in February.

The Cry Me A River singer admits his heart went out to the troubled Toxic singer after he heard she’d hit rock bottom after a series of headline-grabbing antics, including shaving off her hair and arriving at Hollywood parties without underwear.

Timberlake says, “I called her because I worried about her.

“She’s a great woman. I’m rooting for her. (It) seems like she’s getting everything under control now.”