UK pressing. This 13-track album features a collection of Top 10 UK hits including 'Negotiate With Love', the defiant, breezily self-confident 'So Good' and smash hit 'Some Girls'. Come and Get It is brimming with an excit... more »ing and eclectic selection of songs. Working closely with a few of the UK?s hottest talents including Richard X, Rob Davis, former S Club collaborators Jewels & Stone, and, in something of an Alisha?s Attic reunion, both Karen and Shelley Poole, Rachel has made an album she?s really proud of. From the frenetic 'Crazy Boys' to the melodic tour de force of 'Nothing Good About This Goodbye' to the electro laced ballad 'I?ll Be There' and the sultry, dirty bassline of 'Je M'Appelle' and her forthcoming single, 'I Said Never Again', a sex-with-your-ex anthem whose pummelling glam beats conjure an image of Suzi Quatro duetting with Adam & The Ants. Come And Get It is an album for anyone who appreciates pop music at its best. Universal. 2005.« less
UK pressing. This 13-track album features a collection of Top 10 UK hits including 'Negotiate With Love', the defiant, breezily self-confident 'So Good' and smash hit 'Some Girls'. Come and Get It is brimming with an exciting and eclectic selection of songs. Working closely with a few of the UK?s hottest talents including Richard X, Rob Davis, former S Club collaborators Jewels & Stone, and, in something of an Alisha?s Attic reunion, both Karen and Shelley Poole, Rachel has made an album she?s really proud of. From the frenetic 'Crazy Boys' to the melodic tour de force of 'Nothing Good About This Goodbye' to the electro laced ballad 'I?ll Be There' and the sultry, dirty bassline of 'Je M'Appelle' and her forthcoming single, 'I Said Never Again', a sex-with-your-ex anthem whose pummelling glam beats conjure an image of Suzi Quatro duetting with Adam & The Ants. Come And Get It is an album for anyone who appreciates pop music at its best. Universal. 2005.
CD Reviews
The Album of 2005
Georganne Wood | 11/09/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"A cup of Kylie Minogue, a shake of Girls Aloud, a tablespoon of Goldfrapp, and a dab of Britney Spears is the recipe to get a flawless Rachel Stevens. The British beauty returns with her sensational sophomore album, Come and Get It, which leaves the now mediocre Funky Dory miles behind. From the electro sounds of So Good, to the stunningly beautiful I Will Be There, to the sultry, dark Je M'Appelle, Come and Get It takes you on a high-speed journey through pop paradise.
1. So Good - The album's opener and second single shines. This dancey, flirty, and self-confident track was written for pop superstar Kylie Minogue, and is a disco-ish flashback to the 80's.
2. I Said Never Again (But Here We Are) - Pop with a touch of rock makes this track and instant winner. The "sex with your ex" anthem has a loud, infectious chorus and an irresistibly catchy tune.
3. Crazy Boys - A definite grower. I wasn't too fond of this one a little while ago, but now I think it's single worthy. Rachel gets an A+ on the Madonna-esque vocals and the funky club beat. (Produced by Richard X, who is infamous for loud dance tracks and clubby beats.)
4. I Will Be There - The album's big ballad, which is often compared to Heaven Has to Wait from the Funky Dory album. The track has an electro intro, and then quickly reaches the simply gorgeous chorus. Rachel's beautiful vocals make I Will Be There perfect.
5. Negotiate With Love - Most people say this was a weak single choice, but I think differently. The previous reviewer was right on target saying that it sounds like an old Blondie song. The chorus also reminds me a bit of Britney Spears' Toxic.
6. All About Me - Probably the weakest track on the album. I personally think Negotiate With Love's B-Side Queen should've replaced this one. You can tell Rachel's voice was run through a synthesizer, which is too bad, because it brings the quality of the song down.
7. Secret Garden - Secret Garden is an interesting mix of electro pop and R&B. Rachel's voice is very breathy and light, and she goes so high at some points that it sounds painful.
8. Nothing Good About This Goodbye - This is the true star of Come and Get It. The uptempo ballad has a simple, yet spectacular chorus, and will be released as the fourth single on December 5th.
9. Some Girls - Rachel's career-defining song fits in much better on this album than it did on Funky Dory. This was the start of her electro sound, and has been her only true smash-hit.
10. Je M'Appelle - With it's sultry bassline and haunting vocals, this is obviously the darkest song of the album. It's reminiscent of Funky Dory's Silk.
11. Funny How - You guessed it, another winner. The fast pace and addictive chorus make Funny How single worthy, and the original lyrics add to the glamor of the track.
12. Every Little Thing - Sounds like an S Club 7 song with a electric edge. You can't help but sing along to this feel-good, uplifting gem.
13. Dumb Dumb - This one is also a grower. Inventive lyrics mix with the Goldfrapp-esque music to make an interesting album closer.
Rachel Stevens has proved to us that she's earned her place on top of the pop charts. There is no doubt that one day she'll be a superstar from coast to coast, following in the footsteps of Madonna and the Minogue sisters. By all means, buy this phenomenal album."
An Underrated Electropop Gem
Chris S. | atlanta, ga United States | 11/17/2005
(4 out of 5 stars)
"The second solo disc from former S-Clubber Rachel Stevens finds the singer revisiting the electro-pop currents of UK smash "Some Girls"(reprised here)with genuinely stupendous results. While debut album FUNKY DORY had its' moments, COME AND GET IT betrays its' admittedly generic title and utterly blows away that first set on all levels. The Euro-glitz genius comes fast and furious--"So Good" is aptly titled, then comes the stunning Eurotrash rock stomper "I Said Never Again(But Here We Are)", followed by a Richard X reunion on the "Some Girls" companion "Crazy Boys". Stevens breathy vocals will never be confused for those of a true vocal diva, but they get the job done admirably. Combining all the elements that have made Kylie a pop icon(great looks, genius songs, great production), it's an utter travesty that the could-they-actually-be-more-fickle-than-the-US UK record buyers have completely overlooked this fantastic album and its' accompanying singles. With any justice, this won't be the last we hear from this smart little UK pop tart."
Rachel truly shines on this disc
T.E. | New Mexico,USA | 10/29/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"After getting the chance to listen to her new album, I gotta say that it's a truly incredible pop record! The beautiful English rose Rachel Stevens returns with her sophomore effort following her solo debut in 2003. This truly brings out Rachel's voice perfectly, with the whole album dedicated to everything from trancy ballads to upbeat glam pop.
The highlights of the album, in my opinion, are the surreal ballad "I Will Be There", the very up-tempo "I Said Never Again (But Here We Are)", the sexy, dirty basslines and London vibes of "Je M'Appelle" and the soulful but electro "Every Little Thing". Not too mention her 2004 hit "Some Girls" is also on the disc as well. And the rest of the songs carry themselves really well.
It was quoted that she was proud of this album, and she very well should be. It's a very excellent record.
Rachel's back, and I suggest giving this a listen and see for yourself."
As close to a perfect album there is...
M. Lohrke | Provo, UT | 07/11/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"it might sound like hyperbole, but rachel steven's fantastic album, 'come and get it' is a terrific, terrific pop album. how this album sank in the UK is perplexing at best. how she's not a worldwide mega-superstar is incomprehensible. she's got everything going for her: the looks (yes, she's gorgeous. i'm a red-blooded heterosexual male. i can't help it), the charisma, the voice, and most importantly, the songs.
and what great songs they are. in fact, it's hard not to think of this as a greatest hits album. it's one smash it after another. it was a coup by stevens' camp (whether is was her label, reps, or herself) to get richard x to helm this album. he brings a tremendous amount of sophistication to stevens' songs. and maybe more importantly, he's got enough street cred to build a city around. i think just about any artist would be thrilled to work with him. so stevens is fortunate. richard x smartly avoids sugar pop and aims for sophisticated, catchy, and credible pop songs. thankfully, it's a massive success. no, rachel stevens isn't goldfrapp, but she's pretty close. and that's pretty remarkable considering she was a member of s club 7 and its garden variety pop fluff. the songs are expertly composed and arranged. the melodies immediately memorable. the production slick without crumbling the weight of its own pretensions.
but 'come and get it' shouldn't be misconstrued as richard x pulling rachel stevens' strings and that she's simply a pop puppet. as previously mentioned, she's got charisma and spunk in spades. 'some girls,' 'i said never again (but here we are),' 'negotiate with love,' and 'nothing good about this goodbye' are perfect showcases for stevens and her voice. they're all absolute corkers. (and it's pretty ballsy to sample the cure as she does on 'all about me).
the album is also delightfully devoid of syrupy and overblown ballads. as close as you'd come to a ballad is 'i'll be there,' which isn't really a ballad at all (but it does have the best chorus on the entire album, imho). it's all dance all the time.
if you're a fan of goldfrapp (this is every bit as good as 'supernature') or kylie, 'come and get it' will blow you away. i know that's lofty praise, but it's that good. don't let her pedigree get in the way. take this album for what it is: a perfect pop album.
in a perfect world we'd have a lot more rachel stevens and a lot fewer britneys, lindsays, and christinas. we'd all be better off for it.
i'll say it again: how is she NOT a mega-superstar?"
Completely Underrated, Completely Awesome
M Caņas | New York, New York United States | 01/01/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I heard a few of these songs online and bought the CD out of curiosity. It's not the sort of pop music on which I would normally spend my money. It was a worthwhile investment. The CD is a lot of fun, with great electro-pop music. "Some Girls" and "I said never" and "Crazy Boys" are great songs with catchy, danceable and sexy arrangements. "Secret Garden" was a surprise with its midtempo beat and sensua imagery. "Dumb Dumb" sounded like it would be a dumb song, but it's great, with a chorus that sticks in memory. "Nothing good about this goodbye" is a lovely little song, heartfelt and simple. It also has an irresistible chorus, and evokes the kind of emotion you might have felt as a teen when your heart was broken for the first time, or you were separated from your significant other for the first time. In my opinion there is one track that doesn't fit, and that is "I will be there." It's generic, with nothing special in song, lyric or arrangement, although it does start nicely and builds up into a pleasantly interesting wall of sound. Even "Je m'appelle" with its almost generic R&B beats packs a surprise. I highly recommend this CD. If you're looking for something that is fun and light thematically, but still sonically interesting, this is a great option. There are no sappy ballads here! The deluxe version of the CD has a DVD with some clips, and those are fun to watch. Rachel can be a real femme fatale. Great effort! Here's hoping for more!"
Track Listings (13) - Disc #1