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It's Not Me It's You

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It's Not Me, It's You, is the follow-up to Lily Allen's critically acclaimed 2007 debut, Alright, Still. The album finds Lily in top form, creating a record Blender's recent "In The Studio" feature described as "part God, part country and all middle finger." Allen wrote and recorded the album's 12 songs with producer Greg Kurstin (the bird and the bee), who worked with her on three songs for Alright, Still - "Everything's Just Wonderful," "Alfie" and "Not Big." On It's Not Me, It's You, Lily's characteristically sharp observations find expression in a variety of musical styles, with influences ranging from the Jazz Era to country and western to dance music. "Highlights include `Everyone's at It,' a synth-pop song about prescription drugs that features Allen on xylophone; `He Wasn't There,' which matches emotional lyrics about her absent father to a jazz groove; and `Not Fair,' a saucy country song about an inadequate lover," said Rolling Stone. "We decided to try and make bigger sounding, more ethereal songs, real songs," says Lily, who will be touring the U.S. in the spring. "I wanted to work with one person from start to finish to make it one body of work. I wanted it to feel like it had some sort of integrity. I think I've grown up a bit as a person and I hope it reflects that."

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Unusual & Eclectic : Britain's Finest Solo Talent, March 11, 2009 By Cabir Marc Davis (Amazon)

I really disliked Lily's debut CD as I found it too cutesy for my own liking, and it was even more bewildering when publications like Spin and Blender started giving her four star reviews - it just didn't make sense. But recently, during a first spin of "The Fear", it was evident that the songstress has a certain something that transcends genre and musical definition, and curious as I was, I made it a point to pick up this album. There are a couple of things to remember while listening to Lily Allen. She is not really a 'singer' in the true sense of the word. She sort of lazily recites words, almost reading them off a page, but her quaint intonation gives them great depth (I am reminded here of Nellie McKay and her epic double-CD "Get Away from Me"). She has this very British quality that brings to mind Leona Naess, and to a lesser extent Natasha Khan of Bat for Lashes. But its on the melodies and the lyrics that Lily really shines. Her own little view of the world, and primarily of her own self-worth is brought out beautifully through the course of the album - which also works as a 'concept' album in many ways. "The Fear" refers to various things - one could relate the lyrics to consumerism and politics and it would still make sense - but she brings down the house with her quiet burner "Chinese", which is essentially about staying in and eating food, but she spins it as some sort of allegorical tale. What I especially respect about this album and its production is the fact that you can hear Lily enunciate every word clearly, rendering a lyrics sheet redundant. This is especially rare. The only other performer like this is Fiona Apple, and to a lesser extent Suzanne Vega, but Lily is clearly master of the medium. How great to listen to a song and 'get' every word. A rarity in this day and age of overproduced albums. This CD is testament that though the UK can produce some truly mass-market nonsense, such as Leona Lewis or Westlife, they can also churn out some truly innovative and groundbreaking artists such as Lily Allen. The only comparable act to her right now in Britain is Girls Aloud, and thats a mighty tall compliment. An intelligent, beautiful and thought-provoking album. Four Stars. 28 of 29 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Undeniably and delightfully pop sprinkled with some hot pepper and honest lyrics., February 10, 2009 By South End

Lily Allen is not just a pampered, all-drinking, all-blogging celebrity brat made good, but an actual singer with distinctive vocals, cwhose fame is deserved. Happily, her songs still sound as though they were written under the influence of a truth serum. Like her debut "Alright, Still", its successor "It's Not Me,It's You" serves up tuneful veracity. The opener "Everyone's At It", all set to a suitably addictive synthetic pop tune, uncannily foreshadows the drama that has already surrounded it, a pounding piano and operatic "Ah's" resonate before she chimes in with her straight talk, about drug-taking, legal and illegal: drugs are bad, don't take them...although "the kids are in danger" is hardly the most insightful lyric on the subject. More sincere sounds "The Fear", her agreeably potty-mouthed comeback single, an electropop polemic against celebrity culture which has just topped the UK singles charts. The track is even friendlier to American ears than the singles from "Alright, Still", thus Lily could follow Leona Lewis and Coldplay into the Billboard top ten. For the most part, the album is a stylistically bold collection of everything we've come to know and love about Lily Allen. She is not a bad storyteller, but that's the fame game, she needs to keep spinning the stories. It is all co-written and produced by Greg Kurstin, the man who has sprinkled magic studio dust over the work of Britney Spears, Kylie Minogue and All Saints. Their best moments are the gentle techno hoedown of "Not Fair", and the pseudo-handbag house of "Back To The Start", with Lily's talent for motor-mouthing Cockney clicking through the gears. Producer Greg Kurstin has done a deft job of throwing her around genres (electronic pop, country, the klezmer madness of "Never Gonna Happen") but sometimes it is at the expense of her warmth. It's good, but not perfect. Her voice will never be the strongest one. This is undeniably pop. But it's absolutely nice occasionally to hear a pop starlet mouthing just a little truth. "Lily Allen is back where she belongs - in your head all day, with a melody that won't go away". - Lewis Bazley Alright, Still Fear 24 of 29 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Lost that WOW factor, February 11, 2009 By iluvelves (Texas)

I tried really hard to like her new album but it wasn't nearly as fresh as Alright, Still. When I first got that cd I listened to it over and over again, like 6 times in one sitting and couldn't stop replaying it for months. Very, very rarely do I find a cd like that, where I love every song, especally in the first sitting. It was like nothing I'd heard. Tunes that you wouldn't think of liking (like the cartoonish "Alfie"), you loved. With this one I felt myself wanting to skip songs. I found only 3 or 4 that I would want to listen to again. It didn't have any of the impact, that wow factor, her first had. The beats were dated, I was getting flashbacks of music I used to listen to in the 80's and electronic music from the late 90's. One even sounded like a ripoff of Nico. Nothing sounded innovative and the lyrics weren't nearly as funny. In the Nico ripoff she sings about god and it comes off as laughable and not in a good way (and no I'm not religious). Maybe being an unknown and not having your pick of the best producers gives you a newer sound, because whoever she used you can tell they were the same old same old. They're the same beats and the same sound that every other pop star has. Truely great artists evolve. They keep getting better with every cd they produce. I had high hopes for this. Unfortunately this one didn't deliver. 20 of 30 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Lost that WOW factor, February 11, 2009 By iseepinkelefants (Texas)

I tried really hard to like her new album but it wasn't nearly as fresh as Alright, Still. When I first got that cd I listened to it over and over again, like 6 times in one sitting and couldn't stop replaying it for months. Very, very rarely do I find a cd like that, where I love every song, especally in the first sitting. It was like nothing I'd heard. Tunes that you wouldn't think of liking (like the cartoonish "Alfie"), you loved. With this one I felt myself wanting to skip songs. I found only 3 or 4 that I would want to listen to again. It didn't have any of the impact, that wow factor, her first had. The beats were dated, I was getting flashbacks of music I used to listen to in the 80's and electronic music from the late 90's. One even sounded like a ripoff of Nico. Nothing sounded innovative and the lyrics weren't nearly as funny. In the Nico ripoff she sings about god and it comes off as laughable and not in a good way (and no I'm not religious). Maybe being an unknown and not having your pick of the best producers gives you a newer sound, because whoever she used you can tell they were the same old same old. They're the same beats and the same sound that every other pop star has. Truely great artists evolve. They keep getting better with every cd they produce. I had high hopes for this. Unfortunately this one didn't deliver. 20 of 30 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Angelic voice, potty mouth, February 25, 2009 By Reviewer

Either Lily has been watching too many flicks with Seth Rogen, or her momma never told her that the f-word is reserved for very special occasions. Lily, you've got lovely voice; you could and should aim for a much larger audience than just a bunch of really frustrated teenage girls. 12 of 36 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Unfortunate turn of events, February 12, 2009 By tirith (Sterling, VA United States)

I really adored Lily Allen's first album. It was full of snarky rebellion, excellent music with outstanding influences, and plenty of very catchy hooks. Most of that is gone in this new attempt. While Lily still manages to create some fun and poignant lyrics, they're not as consistent as those she wrote for "Alright, Still." The music in this new album ends up sounding pretty much the same from track to track, each capitalizing on the same hook or two. And do we really need reverb on the choral vocals for every-single-track? Lily's voice is outstanding and doesn't need this detracting effect that's been overused for 30 years. All it does is make her sound more like a cookie cutter teen vocalist, and she's much more than that. Having said that, only the track "F**k You" actually stands out as distinctly different and fun to listen too. The others are pretty much automatically ignored by my brain, having been desensitized to over-produced, over-done crap churned out by the music industry. Greg Kurstin, who produced this album, should be ashamed for turning a promising young artist into another Brittany Spears clone (albeit with a charming accent and plenty of fun swearing). Thanks for straining out all the healthy musical fiber from this release, leaving us with a thin, watery collection of stuff that all sounds the same, and that we've heard before. 11 of 16 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


More Polished, Just as Delightful, February 10, 2009 By Mary Alice (Atlanta, GA USA)

This album was not a disappointment at all for me. I adored the first album: the pop-folksy feel, the sense of humor, the candid lyrics--all with catchy upbeat tunes! Don't quite have the new one memorized but it lives up to all my hopes and surpassed them in some noted cases (like "Him"!) She's a little more grown up and a little more produced in this album, but it's never too much. She retained the sense of humor and happy feeling. I love it! 10 of 11 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Clean Version:(, February 10, 2009 By care

The album is amazing. Too bad Amazon didn't label the MP3 as the [CLEAN] version and I downloaded it thinking it was the "explicit" version. I'm very annoyed they didn't make this very clear. When you see the actual CDs listed it says [CLEAN] or [EXPLICIT], but not so with the mp3. Now i'm stuck with this censored version that differs from how Allen originally wrote it. Boo Censorship and Boo Amazon for not labeling it properly. 8 of 13 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


What Happened?, February 10, 2009 By K. Davies (Birmingham, Alabama United States)

I've been so excited about this album, and was so disappointed once I got it. I thought it would be really cool and different since Lily Allen was taking more of a techno/pop approach with this album. sigh It sounds like all of the songs were just thrown together, while the lyrics are really good the music doesn't support them very well. A few songs that really stood out were 'F*** you' 'Who'd have known' and 'The Fear' the rest of the album is not so great. Her last album however was wonderful, every song on it was clever and well-produced. I'm really sad to give such a bad review on Lily Allen because I really like her, hopefully next time she'll work more on the music. 7 of 10 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


High hopes...dashed., February 16, 2009 By CooterMarie (Washington State)

I loved her debut. It was fresh, sassy and fun. Like good pop music it was eminently catchy and grabbed the listener immediately. Like GREAT pop music, it had enough depth to hold your attention through many, many listens. Her second effort, however, did not grab me at all on the first few times through. Now, I'm faced with the options of forcing myself to listen to it a few more times to see if it grows on me, or, dismissing it as a sophomore slump and just waiting for her next try. I'm leaning toward the latter...after all, listening to pop music isn't supposed to feel like work is it? 7 of 11 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Be careful, September 25, 2009 By ikpts

If you share Lily's music with your friends, she wants you disconnected from the internet or to have your service crippled. When you buy albums by this person, remember that your money goes to support this greedy corporate attitude while demonstrating you do not care about personal freedoms. Be careful. 6 of 36 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Still shameless!, June 3, 2009 By Hayden R. Deck (Virginia, USA)

Overall Grade: B+ Hilights: Everyone's At It, The Fear, Not Fair, Never Gonna Happen, F* You, Chinese Lily Allen is back, and still shameless. "It's Not Me, It's You" is a brilliant sophomore record that combines silly romantics and societal views with her usual brutal honesty and cynicism. While upbeat, fun, and slightly intoxicating, Allen's focus has shifted into a bit of broader and more serious thinking (as evident in the album's opening track, "Everyone's At It"). Still, she could care less what anybody thinks. "F* You" is a whimsical biggot basher and "Chinese" is just too cute! Fans of her first album should eat this right up. 5 of 5 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Fantastic CD!, May 18, 2009 By Goober

I thought her last CD was good, this one is fantastic. This one makes you realize how good a singer she is to go along with the great sound and lyrics. 5 of 5 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Thumbs Up, March 29, 2009 By Bernadetta (Chicago, IL)

... I heard "The Fear," song on the radio and thought hmmm... I like that song, who's that? Not really knowing much about Lily Allen I went ahead with my purchase of the It's Not Me, It's You CD. I LOVE the entire Cd!! The CD doesn't have typical popular songs but it sounds FANSTASTIC. Lily's British accent rocks. The songs are electrical, melow, fun to listen to with a lot of intelligence and personal phrases. Fun CD to listen any time of the day. I actually had friends over the other night and we were hanging out, eating, drinking wine and listening to this CD. 5 of 5 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


3-1/2 stars -- Quite a change in subject matter, November 29, 2009 By shut up, Shut Up, SHUT UP!!! (Milwaukee, WI)

Lily Allen first got notice from appearing on a whole mess of mixtapes before her first album was released, which actually helped her in getting some mainstream appeal. But that celebrity came with a price, especially since she was so outspoken and ended up inadvertently insulting just about every other female singer around. Thus, I wasn't surprised to hear that her next album would be called It's Not Me, It's You. But I AM surprised at some of the subject matter. For instance, when I heard "Who'd Have Known", I was like, "What? She's singing a song about a GOOD man?" She also doesn't curse much on here (in fact, I really don't think the EXPLICIT CONTENT label is necessary), which is good because I was starting to think she was swearing just for the sake of swearing. Anyway, highlights include "Never Gonna Happen" and the single "The Fear". The album's closer, "He Wasn't There" (which I believe is about her stepfather), also stands out. There are also a few missteps, however. As reviewer B. Martin suggested, Lily tends to slip up when she tries to go political. "Everyone's At It" apparently suggests that most of the world are addicted to antidepressants (unless that's a metaphor I don't understand), and "Him" is a very bizarre tribute to God (if you can even CALL it a tribute). And as far as "F You", well, I normally don't have a problem with anti-Bush songs, but wouldn't that feel better if Bush were, I don't know...STILL IN OFFICE? A few other tracks falter somewhat too. The speed-singing during the chorus of the otherwise decent "Back to the Start" doesn't work, and the childish "Not Fair" is not fair to have to listen to. It's Not Me, It's You isn't a bad album but Alright, Still was a little more interesting. B.I.F. Anthony Rupert 5 of 7 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Still shameless!, June 3, 2009 By Hayden R. Deck (Virginia, USA)

Overall Grade: B+ Hilights: Everyone's At It, The Fear, Not Fair, Never Gonna Happen, F* You, Chinese Lily Allen is back, and still shameless. "It's Not Me, It's You" is a brilliant sophomore record that combines silly romantics and societal views with her usual brutal honesty and cynicism. While upbeat, fun, and slightly intoxicating, Allen's focus has shifted into a bit of broader and more serious thinking (as evident in the album's opening track, "Everyone's At It"). Still, she could care less what anybody thinks. "F* You" is a whimsical biggot basher and "Chinese" is just too cute! Fans of her first album should eat this right up. 5 of 5 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


As good if not better than the first one!!, July 14, 2009 By SoCalBikerChick! (Southern California)

You wont be disappointed. As usual its a mixture of songs that will make you laugh, bob your head to, dance to, and look around to see if anyone can hear the lyrics outloud your singing...because a few of them will make some eyebrows raise! 4 of 4 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Great. Refreshing. Fun., May 31, 2009 By J. Weil (Kansas)

I am new to the art of Lily Allen. I just discovered her a month ago, but have fallen into her grip more than any other artist has been able to do for a long time. This CD is 100% great all the way through. No fillers. No duds. 4 of 4 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Strong second album, May 16, 2009 By Paul Allaer (Cincinnati)

Then 21 yr old shot out of nowhere in 2006 with her delicious debut album "Alright, Then" in the UK, with multiple hit singles. After much delay (to the dismay of Lily Allen), the second album finally arrived in early 2009. "It's Not Me, It's You" (12 tracks; 43 min.) starts of with a riveting "Everyone's At It" (my favorite song on the album, actually). It is followed by an equally great "The Fear" (1st UK single), and "Not Fair" (2nd UK single, not an obvious choice from my perspective as there are other stronger tracks). Other highlights include a rocking "Never Gonna Happen" (which sounds like another single to me), "Who'd Have Known" (one of the few pensive tunes on the album, but quite beautiful actually), and the closer "He Wasn't There". In all, this is a great album, and at 43 min. it clips along in no time. Lily Allen surely is not a one-album wonder, if anyone had such thoughts after her debut album. Highly recommended! 4 of 4 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


"How on earth could I be any more obvious...", April 28, 2009 By ADRIENNE MILLER (TENNESSEE)

It's Not Me, It's You by Lily Allen is the coolest album of 2009 so far. I don't have her debut album yet so I really can't compare the two but I am very happy with this pop/alternative/dance record. Allen's voice just puts me in a good mood, she's not the strongest vocalist but these songs are so catchy - you can't help but sing-along! My favorite song is Not Fair, it has this country-twinged flavor to it - it's pretty addicting! The irrestible F@*k You and the techno trippy Everyone's At It are also standouts. I actually enjoyed every song, you get a little bit of everything, her lyrics are blunt but her voice is so angelic - it's a nice balance. I highly recommend this overlooked gem, enjoy! 4 of 4 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Smartest Pop on the Block, February 18, 2009 By Gary Gil (Florida)

I'll be honest, it would be easy to listen to these songs for a moment and write Lily Allen off as another spoiled pop-trollop with a nice doo and no clue. But (IMHO) you'd be writing off one of the smartest songwriters in the business. The music on `It's Not Me, It's You' is bubbly... even sugary sweet. But the lyrics are a gritty, tough-as-nails examination of modern society and all of its pitfalls and problems. Yes there are a few trite numbers, but most of the subject matter deals with much more serious stuff like: the hypocrisy of prescription drug abuse, homophobia, war, poverty, hyper-consumerism, God, religion, exploitation, postmodern feminism, and blood diamonds... all delivered with the longing of a young woman who is searching for her place in the world and not terribly happy about what she's finding. Lily uses her considerable poetic and storytelling prowess to hold a mirror up to the modern world. What we see when we look into it is a society that is bloated, violent, self-indulgent, hypocritical, and just a little too full of itself. I do wish that the music matched the maturity of the lyrics a little more -- less synth and drum machines. The acoustic version of 'The Fear' (available as a bonus track on some versions) shows how well this music works without all the studio bells and whistles. But hey, Lily Allen is only 23! She has plenty of time for her sound to mature and she's already a major talent. I'm hopeful that the overwhelming successes of this album will signal a changing tone in our society; that stupid isn't cool anymore. 4 of 5 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Painfully honest, shockingly real, naughtily cheeky, and always interesting..., February 10, 2009 By Storylover (Philadelphia, PA USA)

Lily Allen could have taken this record in a lot of directions--straight ahead folky country, pop-sweetness, confessional, or self deprecatingly scathing. In the end, she didn't choose--she did them all, and fortunately for us, did them all very well. If you haven't heard Lily sing before, then make sure you do before you get this disk. Her voice is never annoying, but it definitely has its own style. She is very tuneful, but she has a narrow range and a thin quality--always sweet, but not a rich voice. Her voice itself it probably most suited to manufactured pop music with lots of backing, and it is actually to her credit that she refuses to allow herself to be held back by this. She blazes forwards through the songs, venting honesty everywhere she turns--drugs, inadequate lovers, longing. The things that strike you after the first listens is the adherence to her particularly, er, forthright nature of her lyrics. She spares no one, although it doesn't seem like she is necessarily out to get anyone (except, perhaps for the mean lover of "Not Fair". The songs themselves switch fairly abruptly from electropop (The very effective "Everyone's At It") to 80's influenced pop ("22"; "I Could Say" [by the way, When in Rome called, and they'd like their drum fills back]), electrocountry/swing ("Not Fair") all sung with a thick British accent that amuses and adds a saucy twang to her singing. THe fact that these disparate styles sit quite comfortably side by side iwth each other is a tribute to her excellent production team. Her voice really is the star of the music over and over again--sure it has the flaws I mentioned above, it won't win any power awards, but it is arresting and sweet, and never unpleasant. Lily's lyrics are very powerful, although if you don't listen to them carefully, you may miss how raw they are. There is a lot of hurt lingering under these polished surfaces, and the music definitely gains resonance on repeated listens. An exception to this may be the album's 8th track, entitled "Fck you". What you expect is exactly what you get--this is a kiss off song, with the title sung overly repetitively, a little to pleased with its own cleverness. While I realize that in this day and age the "f" bomb is not a big deal to many, I think this is one time where laziness won. It is simple just to toss this word in all over the place instead of really giving us a more creative take on the emotion. This song almost takes the album down another star for me--it is so repetitive and ridiculous that I can never imagine wanting to hear it over and over again--but I think that the talent she displays on the remainder of the album makes up for it. Call this song a 2 star attempt and move on. That problem aside, this is a good time girl out for an honest album, revealing a little more than we could expect. This is a party album full of catchy tunes, all coated in pink frosting. This is a confessional album full of trembling vocals. This is a cheeky confection of foul-mouthed verse, and I bet that a generation of teenage girls will be singing *** you very very much to spurned lovers for a while. Yes, it is all these things, but this together doesn't completely convey the sense of unity that you get from the album. I don't think that this is going to make it to my long term listen list, however, it is certainly interesting, and for the right audience, may fill a gap for a while. I also think that I will be paying close attention to what Lily chooses to do next, as I am certain that she will continue to surprise. 4 of 6 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Sophomore curse, July 17, 2009 By Januarygirls364daysapart (Seattle, WA)

I thought this record was boring. It seems like the melodies and words continue from one song to another. I was on board with "Alright Still"; fantastic debut with different sounds, fierce attitude and a wonderful voice. On "It's Not Me..." the themes still support the Lily Allen no-holds-barred way, but the lyrics seem prozaic and even amateurish at times. The music never broke any barriers with me. I always listen to a new CD twice right after I open it: the first time to embrace the full product; the second time to find all of the hooks that engage you and bring you back to listen over and over. I shelved it after the second listening and haven't touched it since. 4 of 12 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


She's great!, February 10, 2009 By M. Bittinger (Michigan)

She can actually carry a note without computers covering poor skill like most others. She's not afraid to speak her mind when she writes her own music, so dont listen if the "F word" scares you. To bad she's seen how bad our country is and doesnt like to come here on tour now. She's great! You wont be disapointed! 4 of 15 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


There is no other way to put it .... this album sucks., July 16, 2009 By S. Frank (Las Vegas, NV)

Her voice is beautiful, but the songs are poorly written. I listened to the whole cd and don't plan on doing it again. I would not suggest purchasing this album, it isn't worth the 15.00$. 4 of 20 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Explicit expletives from Lily, March 7, 2009 By Smokey Joe

In my trailer park, and I suppose this applies to every reputable trailer park, the British accent is considered a sign of intellectual sophistication, and expletives in song lyrics signify overall coolness and relaxation of the mind, e.g. rap. Now, expletives in lyrics sung with British accent is a category on its own, somewhere between sophistication and coolness of the mind only further south. And that's precisely where Lily belongs. 4 of 33 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


As good if not better than the first one!!, July 14, 2009 By SoCalBikerChick! (CULLMAN, AL, United States)

You wont be disappointed. As usual its a mixture of songs that will make you laugh, bob your head to, dance to, and look around to see if anyone can hear the lyrics outloud your singing...because a few of them will make some eyebrows raise! 4 of 4 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Great. Refreshing. Fun., May 31, 2009 By Jeff (Kansas)

I am new to the art of Lily Allen. I just discovered her a month ago, but have fallen into her grip more than any other artist has been able to do for a long time. This CD is 100% great all the way through. No fillers. No duds. 4 of 4 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


As Good As The First, March 22, 2009 By Rachel Pruitt

I love this cd!! Lily has done it again. Her songs make me laugh just as much as the first cd. Keep it going Lily!!! 3 of 3 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Poptastic Fun on one disc, March 2, 2009 By Daniel Murphy (Melbourne, Victoria, Australia)

Blunt lyrics, catchy tunes and an accent that pops up as she sings - it must be a Lily Allen song. She's released a follow up to her critically acclaimed debut Alright, Still and it's met just as much acclaim as the previous and has cemented her as a talented artist who will enjoy some longevity in the music industry for years to come. Despite having a miscarriage, a broken down relationship throughout the recording of the album it is still a refreshing and catchy release. From the opening track Everyone's At It and the lead single The Fear and through to the closing track He Wasn't There, Allen indulges the listener in her trademark honesty and opinions. She has her quirks, she has her tongue in cheek moments and mostly she has her irresistible want to listen to the album over and over. The first thing to be noticed though is that not every line rhymes like they did with her debut release. Thankfully, it's not to the detriment of any of the songs as she has learned from the debut and now refined her song writing ability. Her earnest lyrics which can be crass, tender and explicit all in one song are one of the key attributes to the release and her own musical style. From the outset, you know that you are in for a treat. The opening bells, whistles and beeps of Everyone's At It lets you know she's experimenting. She's gone a bit of electric this time around other than just the normal radio disposable pop. The leading single The Fear we all know by now where she proudly declares that she's a bit shameless and wants a F load of diamonds. She even dabbles with an up tempo country ditty with Not Fair. She declares that she has been treated badly, possibly a dig at her Chemical Brothers ex Ed Simons, with the fact that she says he was never meant to make her scream and that his behavior is not fair and all he did was take. Allen and Simons parted way just a week after she lost her baby. The overall feel of the song is moving on while saying why it just didn't work. Skipping a few tracks forwards and the electronic dance gem Back To The Start arrives. The song is frenetically paced as she tries to get out her apologies over a conceived wrong. Speculation has been made that the song is related to an ongoing feud with Sir Elton John and her wanting to make amends with the singer. The song is fast paced, it's ethereal and mesmerizing from start to finish. Continuing with her slew of pointed and direct songs comes F**k You. It's Allen's trade mark quirky catchy lyrics that sits in your head and keeps repeating on itself. Again, there has been speculation that it's aimed at celebrity blogger Perez Hilton with who she also has an ongoing feud. It's poignant with its honesty full of snide quips and you just want to play it to that person who ticked you off. It's camp, it's kitsch and destined for a drag stage near you. Him is an almost delicate contribution to the album. Allen laments about what God must think of what we are doing here on this planet. She asks what He thinks of 9/11, who He'd vote for, if he's any good at remembering people's names? Even going so far to ask if He's tried smack or cocaine? The song makes you wonder what God really does think of the state of the world. She clever and her vocals are again very ethereal and the song is endearing and certainly a favorite on the album. Rounding out the album is He Wasn't There. She forgives her missing lover for being out all night, for always being busy and comments how she's glad that he's with her now. She says that she's pleased she never gave up because now things are going well. It's as endearing as all the other tracks featured through out the album and catches the listeners interest. Her quirky lyrics and attitude shining through. It Not Me, It's You is a journey of the past couple of years for Allen and will sit on frequent rotation and be blaring out of iPod's for a long time to come. Any initial suggestion that Allen was gong to be a fad that died out quickly has been dissuaded by the strength of her latest release. It's worth every last cent for the amount of use it's going to get playing over and over. 3 of 3 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Building on Alright Still's success, July 12, 2010 By Alan

Lily Allen, It's Not Me It's You 4 stars out of 5 In many ways Lily continues the things that made her first album work without merely cloning that album; that's generally a good thing, eh? Though I later became a far bigger Gagaphile, Lily was the first modern mainstream pop star whose songs I found myself interested in much at all. She was actually the first to show me that hit pop music [i]could[/i] be intelligent and enjoyable. Lily does have an interesting singing voice. She doesn't go for theatrics such as holding high notes; her vocals stay clear and even without getting boring. However, where I think she really works well is the juxtaposition of the airy style of the vocals and beats with the biting social commentary of some of her lyrics. This is what I found in "F*** You", the song that got me introduced to her. (I actually ran across that when Googling for Eric Idle's "The FCC Song", which also uses gratuitous profanity as a part of sarcastically making [i]its[/i] point). Great dig at the attitudes/mindset of the far right. I also saw that in "22" (aimlessness of some young women coupled with overdependence on boyfriends or the idea of boyfriends), "Everyone's At It" (drug-fueled lifestyle, prescription or otherwise), "The Fear". Accordingly, those are my favorite songs on the album. Lily does have her share of songs with more-standard themes such as clubbing and boyfriends/breakups. However, while often not my favorite songs of hers, they still work fairly well because of the voice, variation from typical pop instrumentation/production, and Lily's lyrical sarcasm. "I Could Say", "Not Fair", "Never Gonna Happen", "Who'd Have Known" and "Back To The Start" come to mind here. (Not Fair also has an undertone of neglect or abuse, even if not in a violent sense, that does add to the song's feel.) A few weak tracks, but the stronger ones are very good and interesting. 3 of 3 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


3.5 stars--A little bit uneven, but still good, February 12, 2009 By B. Martin

Lily Allen's latest album finds the young singer/songwriter in fine form but she stumbles a bit when she tries her hand at social commentary. Allen received critical acclaim on her 2007 debut album thanks to her catchy blend of hip-hop, pop and reggae as well as her funny, touching and honest lyrics about relationships and being young and confused about where life is going. The best songs on It's Not Me, It's You are the ones where she follows that same format. It's not Fair is an extremely catchy tune that finds Allen dissing a former boyfriend's lack of sexual prowess. When Allen sticks to what she knows, the album works. When she decides to deliver social commentary such as on The Fear and Everybody's At It, she comes up a bit short. Still, the music is uniformly good and can cover up some of her lyrical shortcomings here. Synthisizers are incorporated a bit more and the music veers more towards dance pop than before. All in all, it sounds good even if it's not the huge artistic step forward that we're hoping for. She's still young. Give her time. 3 of 4 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Still catchy and witty..., February 10, 2009 By Nse Ette (Lagos, Nigeria)

UK Pop star Lily Allen ditches the Ska/Pop sound of her debut ("LDN", "Smile") for a more straight ahead Electro Pop sound. In fact, lead-off single "The fear" with its swirling synths (a cheeky look at those that would do anything to be in the spotlight) sounds like William Orbit-era Madonna, "American pie" to be exact. Its already hit #1 in her native UK. Allen burst onto the scene in 2006 with her cheeky fun-filled style characterized by her pronounced Cockney accent and clever story telling, a style emulated by the likes of fellow Brit Kate Nash. Funny enough, she sounds more like Nash on this CD. The upbeat incredibly catchy "Everyone's at it" opens the disc. This along with the similar sounding buzzing "Back to the start" are my favourites. The bouncy "Not fair" sounds like it could be from some Spaghetti Western. Other standouts include "22", and the ballad "Who'd have known" ("Littlest things" it isn't, however). Her arcebic wit still shines through on songs like "Him" (sort of a song wondering about God with lyrics about "People dying in his name, long before that September, long before hijacking planes" and wondering if "Caucasian is his favourite type of human"), the pretty sounding "Never gonna happen" (in which she tells off some unlucky bloke in unsubtle terms, and the afore mentioned "The fear" ("I'll take my clothes off and it will be shameless/But every one knows it's how you get famous"). This CD does take some getting used to, unlike her debut which was more immediate, but this should find her star riding high for quite a while. 3 of 5 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Lily Did It Again., February 11, 2009 By Devon Clarke

Lily Allen has set the bar high for her sophomore album but in my opinion she doesn't disappoint. With "It's Not Me, It's You" she still have the lyrical and storytelling ability she delivered on "Alright, Still" so it's refreshing that she didn't get lazy like the majority of artist does with their 2nd album. Since every song feels like a different story every song sound fresh and new. And as doing the same ol' same ol' is starting look like standard practice in the music industry that is another shining star trait for the album. The biggest difference between her 1st & 2nd album is the production. Alright, Still had great production but even though this album has a more uptempo/dance feel it blends perfectly with her feisty/spunky lyrics. In my opinion I prefer the production on this album then the first one. Lily only used one producer for the entire album and the chemistry is very beneficial to the sound of the album. Once again it was difficult task to follow up a such a successful album such her debut release this is a great sophomore album. If you're a fan of Lily you prefer the 1st album over 2nd one or visa versa, but you can't go wrong with either one cause they're both home runs. Another great album from a great artist. 3 of 5 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Repetitive Themes. Self-centered Lyrics., February 20, 2009 By DW (chicago, IL)

Lily Allen's softmore It's Not Me It's You is perfectly titled. All the songs are about how people (men in particular) let her down and how she doesn't want them calling her ever again. There is no introspection or variety. It's the same message on her first CD. The over-produced, bubblegum gloss doesn't help matters. If you've heard one Lily Allen song, you've heard them all. [DW] 3 of 7 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Lily rocks!, June 22, 2010 By Elly

Ok, I stumbled upon Lily Allen a few years back. I bought her first album "Alright, Still" and could not believe the honesty in her lyrics. Very entertaining. Plus her songs are catchy! I still like her first album better then this one. But I am definately a fan and look forward to future albums. 2 of 2 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Americans you must explore this cd, February 7, 2010 By World Traveler (Ohio,USA)

A Brit friend of mine turned me onto it. My Aussie son in law loves it as do I.Songs about relationships,sex and life and are extraordinary.Give it a listen for free on Amazon.I'm addicted and I had never heard her before.Some are bluesy,folk,pop and more genre which I cannot label.Try it and you may become addicted like me. 2 of 2 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Love it, Love it, Love it!!!!!!!!! :), December 13, 2009 By Randy R. (Altoona, Pa. USA)

I was just introduced to Lily Allen's music a few weeks ago, and I had to buy the CD's. I am so into the music, and the fact that this artist is not afraid to just be who she is. The world could learn much from her, and I just adore her totally. She is an awesome representation to the gay community........ Go Lily!!...... Randy in PA. 2 of 2 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Review of "It's Not Me, It's You", February 10, 2009 By 80sforever (Durham, NC United States)

I really enjoyed listening to this album. Unlike many albums being put out these days, this album doesn't suffer from the same-ole-same-ole in terms of sound and instead goes for a pop vibe that makes the album sound a bit dated, but in a good, stand-out way. Also, the lyrics are actually worth listening to (i.e. Check out the song 'The Fear' for a commentary on the state of fame and fortune wrapped into a light-fluffy pop song). The one critique I have is that at times, the old-school pop sound takes you out of certain songs just due to the fact that they make the songs sound as if they're old and not very modern. While it's fun to have a collection of songs that are truly unique, the light-pop vibe on songs such as 'Fck You' and 'He Wasn't There' just seem to clash and make the songs sound a bit off. But, what makes this release a really fun and enjoyable experience is that the lyrics on every song are actually thought-out and give you something to think about while listening to a bouncy-song. In all, worth purchasing. Stand-out tracks (in my view) were '22,' 'The Fear,' 'Fck You' and 'Never Gonna Happen.' None of the songs on this release are horrible and unlistenable but after a few listens, I found these mentioned tracks far more memorable than the others. Check out this release, it's definitely different but worth your money. 2 of 2 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Sometimes feels silly, but some good lyrics and catchy tunes, September 18, 2009 By Mark Carroll (Marysville, Ohio, USA)

In arrangement and production, some of the songs have aspects that are decidedly light-hearted, perhaps parodies of other styles -- but that's deceptive. The lyrics, while they don't uniformly sound like they just flow naturally (for instance, we have "telly" or "TV" depending on what rhyme we need), are often thoughtful and sometimes really shine in ringing true, and they ride on some exceptionally catchy melodies. Also, while her voice has its limits, she seems to know them well and ends up being a great singer for these particular songs. I haven't bored of this album anywhere near as quickly as I usually would for the average album I'd buy -- I don't know if it should be a guilty pleasure or not, but I've found this album well worth the money for how much I've listened to it and enjoyed it -- I just have to be careful not to absent-mindedly cheerily sing out profanities in public places because the tune got stuck in my head! The album bounces along rather well throughout -- after having listened to it a few times to get to know all the songs, there weren't any parts I wished they'd cut, which is rare for me for a single-artist non-compilation album. 2 of 3 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


like lily allen, May 13, 2009 By Ms. Annie (Luling, LA)

I like Lily Allen. She is a light hearted bad girl in her songs. I do prefer her CD "Alright Still". 2 of 3 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Gotta love it, Luv!, April 25, 2009 By Steven Haarala (Mandeville, LA USA)

I like British pop music. I really like female Brit singers. Lily Allen is that, cubed. She's quite a girl. She co-wrote all of the songs on this CD. She has a heavy British accent, yet you can easily understand most of her lyrics, which is not true even for many American singers. The musical settings for her songs are bright and upbeat, sparkling and glittering with ringing, chiming synths, assorted treble sounds and electronica. Her persona is like a cross between Debbie Gibson and a blunt Alanis Morissette: she's perky, but while she's smiling she is being compulsively honest, telling you serious things you might not want to hear, but using such style and humor that you can't help liking it. I come away with the feeling that she's not trying to be mean, just wants to share her observations. She sings about the drug culture ("Everyone's At It"), celebrity and status ("The Fear"), a lover who can't satisfy her ("Not Fair"), a girl with an absolutely impossible dream ("22"), a guy that won't take the hint ("Never Gonna Happen"), and God ("Him"). She sums up politics in a caustic song ("F*** You") that even "W" would find hilarious if he were being honest. But in the midst of all this criticism of others is someone who sees her own flaws (SHE is also part of the drug culture, SHE is also hooked on status, SHE uses people), and someone who knows that the simple things in life are the really important ones - as she puts it, "I wanna lie in bed all day/We'll be laughing all the way...We'll get Chinese and watch TV." I became aware of her when I saw the video for "The Fear". In it she skips around lightly (Debbie Gibson) while sending out personal and social truths as fast as her mouth can emit them, against a background of one of the catchiest pop arrangements I've heard in quite a while. To put it simply, Lily Allen is a true original. If she keeps this up, she will be a big star, and then "The Fear" may be an even bigger problem for her. 2 of 3 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Lilly Takes New Territory, April 7, 2009 By Nathan T. Cederoth (Washington, DC)

A solid hit. I loved Allen's first record, but honestly didn't think she had much else to offer. How far can you get on trashing people, no matter how cleverly, or complaining about club life? We may never find out, because Lilly's moved on. So I was wrong- all the stuff you loved from "Alright, Still" is here intact: solid beats, interesting arrangements, and that acid wit paired with the most perfectly melodic sing-songs ever to rip you a new one. She's added more tricks, however, including the last one I expected. She's come up with what may be the most honest love song I've heard in a long while. "Who'd Have Known," indeed! Cadence and lyrics reflect perfectly how it is to fall in love these days. It's not about dates or grand proclamations, it's about realizing how natural it feels to stay at his place, and how caller ID can brighten your day. Allen's eye for social detail remains as sharp in this song as in more cutting tunes like "The Fear" and "Never Gonna Happen." >>Forget about guns and forget ammunition Cause Im killing them all on my own little mission Now Im not a saint but Im not a sinner Now everything is cool as long as Im getting thinner< As with her first album, there are some soft spots, but overall this is a great follow-up. 2 of 3 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Pretty good, 4 1/2 stars!, February 12, 2009 By 'Meg' (USA)

Not the best album I've ever heard, but I was impressed when I bought this. I've always liked Lily Allen since her first debut, but she'd definitely matured and gotten even better! As I said, I didn't absolutely love all of her songs, but many of them are now favorites of mine! And all of them seem to be stuck in my head. I love her lyrics, Lily Allen is obviously not afraid to speak her mind! Everyone's At It: 5+ stars! This was on eo f my favorites. It's got a good message, and a catchy beat I can't get out of my head! The Fear: 5 stars. Not one of my total faves, but also catchy, and the lyrics aren't half bad. ^^ Not Fair: 5 stars. This one is just plain hilarious! Not one I'll listen to all the time, but it's good for a laugh, and good example of Lily's shameless lyrics. 22: 4 stars. It's OK, but not amazing. One to listen to when my iPod's on shuffle and I'm not paying attention to the music much. I Could Say: 5 stars. This one grew on me the more I listened to it, I didn't love it the first time I listened to it. Still, it's a good song. Back To The Start: 5+ stars. This is one of my favorites from the whole CD! You can tell how Lily has grown and changed with her music in this song. Great beat I can't get out of my head, and great lyrics. Never Gonna Happen: 3+ stars. This was one my least liked songs. It's alright, but I personally don't like it too much. F*ck You: 4+ stars. I was impressed by this one, only Lily could pull this song off! And she did it well, definitely with some great imagination. Not for those sensitive to the 'F word', but worth listening to if you don't mind that! Which you shouldn't, if you're listening to Lily Allen anyways.... Who'd Have Known: 5+ stars. Another favorite of mine! All I have to say about this one is: Cute! It's an adorable song, one I"ll listen to a lot. Chinese: 5 stars. A great song! I wasn't quite able to understand what she's singing about, but still a song that get's stuck in my head. Him: 5+ stars. Pure brilliance on Lily's part! This, I'd have to say might be my favorite. I'm not sure what to say, except that it's amazing, and pure Lily Allen! Not for hard-chore Christian's though, since it talks about 'God'. He Wasn't There: 4 stars. An alright song. I like it, it's cute, but I don't love it. So that's what I think of the album, although really it's a matter of taste for what songs are the best. Either way, definitely worth the $3.99, kudos to Lily on a good sophomore album! 2 of 3 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Good Job Ms. Allen, February 11, 2009 By musik man

Was very excited for the sophomore album by Lily Allen and was not let down. Enjoyed every song and will keep this album in rotation for quite some time. Good job,Lily. 2 of 3 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Love it!, June 8, 2009 By PiYa

It's so totally Lily Allen. If you like her music, you'll enjoy it as much as I do. 2 of 4 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


It's Okay, June 13, 2009 By Dr. Space (Somewhere, United States)

Please be very slow to hit the purchase button on "It's Not Me, It's You". I love Lily Allen, and I laughed aloud at "Not Fair". The rest? The The F-Bomb repeatedly set to over-polished 1975-era pop tracks just does not hold my interest. I know all the "bad" words and am bright enough to know the only way they CAN work is by using them sparingly. Otherwise there's no impact...no punch. This album is like listening to giggling 'tweeners who just learned a new word for sex or something. And I get a little tired of her social commentary. Yah we know there's problems Lily. One reason I listen to music it to help me FORGET about them. She should save this stuff for rallies where people can go get revved up for their cause or whatever. I wish she'd stick to the songs about personal relationships...she does it well. Still love the voice. I'd almost pay to hear her sing the menu at a Jack-In-The-Box....but not quite. 2 of 12 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Lilly Takes New Territory, April 7, 2009 By Nathan T. Cederoth (Washington, DC)

A solid hit. I loved Allen's first record, but honestly didn't think she had much else to offer. How far can you get on trashing people, no matter how cleverly, or complaining about club life? We may never find out, because Lilly's moved on. So I was wrong- all the stuff you loved from "Alright, Still" is here intact: solid beats, interesting arrangements, and that acid wit paired with the most perfectly melodic sing-songs ever to rip you a new one. She's added more tricks, however, including the last one I expected. She's come up with what may be the most honest love song I've heard in a long while. "Who'd Have Known," indeed! Cadence and lyrics reflect perfectly how it is to fall in love these days. It's not about dates or grand proclamations, it's about realizing how natural it feels to stay at his place, and how caller ID can brighten your day. Allen's eye for social detail remains as sharp in this song as in more cutting tunes like "The Fear" and "Never Gonna Happen." >>Forget about guns and forget ammunition Cause Im killing them all on my own little mission Now Im not a saint but Im not a sinner Now everything is cool as long as Im getting thinner< As with her first album, there are some soft spots, but overall this is a great follow-up. 2 of 3 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


An older perspective, April 5, 2011 By gwpriester (Placitas, New Mexico)

I am not in Lily Allen's target audience. But I have been listening to all kinds of music for most of my 70 years. Most singers are lucky if they ever record a perfect album where every song is excellent. In my humble opinion It's not me, it's you is that album. There is not one filler song on the entire collection. The arranging is creative, slick and could not be better. Lily's performance is mature beyond her years. It style is poignant, personal, brutal, fresh. The lyrics are simple but direct. I love her questions about god, her western send up of It's Not Fair with its biting lyrics sung so sweetly. Every song in this collection is addicting. I read that Lily may not record again. If this is true, she will be one of the very few who quit while they were ahead. And in this case, way out in front. I'm going to stop listening to this collection of songs now so it can always remain perfect in my mind. 1 of 1 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Strangly uplifting album..., March 29, 2011 By Carrie

Which I know doesn't match her many-times sour lyrics, but it works. I have listened to this album many times and still hear a new passage or statement that I didn't catch the first hundred times I heard it. These songs are wonderfully melodic, one flows right into the next. Kind of different from Alright, Still, which was awesome but wasn't quite as cohesive as this album. This chick knows what's going on in the world that's for sure. Can you imagine Britney singing lyrics like this?!? Never happen... I hope Lily continues to get her life together so she can make more beautiful music like this album. 1 of 1 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


It's not just me, It's amazing, July 12, 2010 By Benkernow (Cornwall, UK)

I start off by saying if your going to buy this for your 10 year old daughter, bad idea, but I'm sure your not so I carry on. A brilliant album, very catchy and has a meaning. It's so Refreshing to see somebody who writes from her heart Most of the songs are brilliant with some ok one's, in short no fill in's. This is a brilliant album and a must buy it's one of the best album's of 2009. 1 of 1 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Definitely worth it, February 6, 2010 By John M. Collins (Greenville, NC United States)

Spending a few bucks to get the bonus disk is definitely worth it. And of course the album itself is one of the best of the year. 1 of 1 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Bouncy Thrills, October 30, 2009 By M. Doody (Vista, California USA)

Not for everyone. Still very artistic in its quality and intrigue. Makes you sing along with the catchy tunes bouncing with the music. 1 of 1 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Lily has done it again!!, March 14, 2009 By W. Hill (Washington, DC USA)

We first saw Lily Allen come onto the stage as being the daughter of Keith Allen and Alison Owen, but having a very unique sound, reggae ska and pop influenced album. Then we began to see her collab w/ other artists and do cover songs. Now, Lily is back with her new album, who more often is shown in her own spotlight. Its not me, Its you takes on a more mature sound then the previous album. Most of the content are everyday situations and emotions. Many songs (Chinese, He wasn't there, Back to the start) were written about her family. The Fear which seems to talk about the "fake plastic" reality that is celebrity culture and "The Fear" that the world is becoming less real. Him seems to take a look at religion and how its effected people over the years, and Everyones At It, which addresses literally that "Everyones At It", the growing problem of drug use today in the world around us. In all, Great Album, Songs with a deep meaning, excellent lyrics and sound. 5 Stars! 1 of 1 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Quirky diva keeps it real..all right too real!, March 11, 2009 By Robert Barrera (St. Petersburg, Florida United States)

Lily Allen has many places to go before she's done. YouTube shows her being fun, innovative, entertaining, intelligent, spontaneous, and My God!, stable enough to keep interviews fresh and captivating. I see her hugely successful in a variety show atmosphere. Ok, yeah the new album. No she wouldn't pass the first round of American Idol, but the songs are just as clever/catchy with her one of a kind crystal pure sing/rap voice as her debut and ditto the journalist's remarks that "The Fear" is the perfect pop song. Approve of her demeanor or not...this talented lass has more chops than even she realizes. 1 of 1 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


THE FEAR is enough to buy this album., March 8, 2009 By EC (New york city)

great album from start to finish , new stories of lily allens life will make you laugh and think,all tracks are good as simple as that. 1 of 1 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


iLOVElily, March 8, 2009 By omg (Atlanta)

I love Lily Allen, I purchased her first CD back when it was on the Target $[...] rack. Her songs cover tough topics like depression medication, the war in Iraq, and boys that "just can't get her there". Her vocals are great, the songs are catchy and are so easy to dance too. Don't let your child listen to this though because its got alot of sex related dialogue and a song called "[...]" which happens to be my favorite. Purchase this album and just listen to Lily's greatness 1 of 1 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Sexy Lily Allen, March 6, 2009 By Rodger A. Shimp (Smyrna, TN.)

This is an excellent follow up to her first cd, but not as good as the first one. It has some excellent songs on it though. Surely worth buying if you own the first one and are a Lily fan. It has some adult language on this cd, so not for kids. This is a sexy new effort by Lily. 1 of 1 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Lily Allen Does It Again!, March 6, 2009 By Mike Smith

Ever since I saw this young lady perform on Saturday Night Live in February 2007 I knew I wanted to hear more of her music. I was very pleased with her debut album "Alright, Still", and gave it five stars. One of the things about her debut that I really liked is that every song was quality and was worthwhile in some way. I feel that this album is no different. Every song has something to offer, from the beginning to the end of the album, and there is enough variation so you never get the sense that the songs are blending together. One thing that you might like to know about this album is that it has more noticeable electronic features than "Alright, Still". They are tastefully done and sound current, so you really have nothing to worry about if you are unsure of how it fits. Lily's voice is precious, and like on her last album, we get to hear it loud and clear. Or sometimes quiet and clear. Again, lots of variation on this album. She goes from confrontational and witty to laid back and witty, always with her personality shining through. And if you are the type to follow along with the lyrics, Lily provides some interesting stories for you to enjoy, and the lyrics are included so you can catch every word. All in all, a well-rounded enjoyable and fun album, that like its predecessor, is worth a full five stars. Enjoy! 1 of 1 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Great album, March 4, 2009 By Bremama (Portland, OR)

I love this girl. The music sounds so pop, but her lyrics are so witty. 1 of 1 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Still Lily, February 27, 2009 By Brittany Rose (Winnipeg, MB)

Lily Allen is back with her sophomore album, and while it may not be the most 'marketable' disc ever, it's certainly a lot of fun throughout as it ebbs between raw emotions, glossy production, and cheeky lyrics. Moreso than her last album, Lily dabbles with a variety of genres and samples - including the rodeo-tinged 'It's Not Fair' (when guys 'have fun' first), the Greek folk dance opening of 'Never Gonna Happen', 70s meets carnival 'F*** You' (arguably the cheeriest tune on the album despite its tart send-up), and the 1920s jazz club style of closing track 'He Wasn't There'. In terms of the most glittering, super-produced tunes - opening track "Everyone's At It" still manages to send out a strong message against prescription pills and the over-medication of today's world, while 'The Fear' is a slightly duller follow-up tune. 'Back To The Start' is probably the best of the dance-y tracks, as a four-minute lifelong apology to Lily's older half-sister. Surprisingly, my favourite Lily tunes this time around come in the form of ballads and love songs, of which the album is chockful. 'Chinese' is probably my favourite, detailing the nuances of comfortable, familiar love, while 'Him' provides an interesting commentary on (presumably) Jesus as a pop culture icon. Overall Lily's second album is great - especially if you're already a fan. At times it draws cues from her protege Kate Nash, at least in terms of having a bit more fun and variation throughout her album - but every song still comes off as recognizably Lily. 1 of 1 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


She's mad and not going to take it anymore, February 25, 2009 By Dave Barkewitz (Hamburg, NY, USA)

Quite a bit different from her first album, Lily seems really upset at everything and everybody here. She has a message to get across and spares nobody's feelings doing it. A powerful collection of emotionally driven tunes that dictate every raw nerve she can connect to. The more you hear, the more you understand what she's feeling and easily begin to sympathise with her. This CD is a GIANT step forward for Lily and will clear the road ahead for her obvious success. 1 of 1 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Keep's getting better..., February 24, 2009 By ga231 (Atlanta, GA)

Terrific album. Lyrics are great, but when Allen sings them they are terrific!! Love the variety. No two songs sound a like. Can't wait to go to the concert!! Great buy! 1 of 1 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


The Mockney Strikes Back, February 24, 2009 By J. Ang (Singapore)

She suffered a miscarriage, chalked up a reputation for drinking herself under the table, managed to royally diss Sir Elton John off at the 2008 Glamour Awards of the Year, and still managed to find the time to hit the UK number one spot with her follow-up album and lead-off single `The Fear'. This po-faced, expletive-spewing dynamo, whose Mockney stylings have earned her both accolades as well as her fair share of detractors since her 2006 debut is, mildly-put, a web of contradictions. So how does the new album match up to her phenomenally acclaimed debut "Alright, Still'? Her trademark girly whimper is still intact, acting as an interesting juxtaposition to her shoot-from-the-hip lyrics about sex, relationships and the woes of celebrity, especially in the surprisingly sweet and hook-laden `F*** You', whose intro pays ironic homage to the Carpenters' `Close To You'. The carnival-like electro-pop that characterised singles like `Alfie', `Smile' and `Littlest Things' are still very much evident, e.g. in `22' (available also as a bonus acoustic download), and the second single `Not Fair'. What is different is perhaps hidden dancefloor aspirations hinted at by the aforementioned `The Fear' and `Back to The Start', which rears its head rather briefly in the album. `It's Not Me, It's You' isn't likely to win a new legion of converts, but it's altogether a credible follow-up that would please the choir. 1 of 1 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Shockingly Intelligent, February 20, 2009 By Steven Stewart (Liverpool)

Three long years after the massively successful debut album "Alright, Still" Lily Allen returns with her deceptively beautiful voice, and erudite commentary on todays youth society to make yet another massively successful album. I must tell the truth from the get go and say that from the beginning I absolutely despised Lily Allen. I found her vulgar and crass and saw her as the personification of the ill respectful chav culture. This idea was of course before I became familiar with the girl and the music she presents to the world. Throughout the last 3 years I have become aware that there's much more of a charming and wonderful character behind some of the foul language and the hate filled rants against her fellow celebrities. She is someone who is in reality quite a frail person and that is sometimes evident in her music, but she shows a genuine love for her family and her life at the same time. The song "Alfie" from "Alright, Still" presented a fun loving depiction of her younger brother which I'm sure he's still not too happy about. Anyway, let's look at this album. So what's different? Well, Lily's 3 years older and much wiser because of the fact which has also led her to calm down a little. Two songs on this album really stand out from the crowd. They shout "THIS IS THE TRUTH ABOUT THE WORLD IN WHICH WE LIVE" which is especially in the case of the first single "The Fear." She sings about the youth culture and celebrity status and in a recent interview says that the recent rise of celebrities who are famous for being famous give children nothing to aspire for. This is surprising intelligence displayed by what many would consider to be quite a cliché pop singer (of course those who say that don't know her). The other genuinely memorable song is the shockingly entitled "F**k You" which is her own farewell song to the man that is George Bush. Now it may be old news to us now, but I'm sure when she was writing it, Bush was at the height of his public idiocy. This song although a harsh commentary on the Bush years presents itself in a sarcastically upbeat tone. She's a fantastic musician and although the majority of the album is an upbeat pop sounding album, to listen to the lyrics is to gain a wider education about ourselves and our society. Lily has had an eventful 3 year career in the public eye, some of it unfortunate, some of it joyful. What we need to be aware of is that she makes fantastic music which nobody should be ashamed of listening to although I can imagine many may be slightly embarassed to begin with. 1 of 1 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Lily Allen is a Real Talent, February 17, 2009 By All-access Customer (san francisco, ca United States)

Forgetting the UK's Paparazzi obsession with Lily Allen and her past party-girl ways, let's look at what really matters. Her first album struck gold with what felt like the universe, winning awards and popularity contests here, there, everywhere. Her success catapulted her into the spotlight of parties, fame, insanity, etc. Instead of letting all stay in her head and ruin a uniquely beautiful talent, she used it to learn a few harsh lessons and write a second album that amazingly surpasses her first. Stepping up from a sunny afternoon album best listened to while on a picnic, bike ride or doing shots with friends, Allen takes us on a ride through the betrayals and judgments as well as hilarity she has been through and witnessed in the past 2 years. Well-written lyrics with stellar beats make for memorable songs, each separate from the one before but neatly fitting together in complete album. From `Not Fair' with it's folksy beat and banjo and Allen's lyrics of distaste toward a man to the dark and dancy `Back to the Start' which will no doubt be remixed until the Queens come home for various clubs around the world. `Chinese' is an LSD-like serenade that jumps into a toe-tapping beat, sharing more of Allen's simplistic hopes, while `The Fear' warns young listeners of the dark side of fame, fortune, and greed. This entire album is 2009's first musical masterpiece and Lily Allen will no doubt shut up all those critics waiting to slam her second album. They would be lying however if they didn't admit that while her first album was good, this one is in a word, superb. 1 of 1 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Authentic, February 15, 2009 By Douglas King (Cincinnati, OH United States)

What I love about Lily Allen is her authenticity. At least when it comes to her lyrics, she's not trying to sound wise beyond her (I think 23?) years, she's just writing and singing about what's on her mind. On her first album, what was on her mind were youthful things like revenge fantasies after a bad breakup or her brother's drug abuse. This time, after becoming world famous and growing a couple years older, her worldview has obviously expanded, although she still comes across as fiesty, spunky, and with the hubris of the young. Musically, the album is leaner and meaner, adopting a more creamy synth-dance-pop vibe, as opposed to the pastiche of "Allright Still." But Lily's lyrics are still confessional and irreverent, whether singing about her relationship to fame (The Fear), the boyfriend who's perfect everywhere but in bed (Not Fair) or pondering God (Him). You could argue that Lily's attempts at social commentary come across as callow. But they don't bother me, because they're authentic. She's still a young woman figuring life out. But the album's most interesting moments come when Lily let's down her guard and sings about her simple longing for a comfortable, domestic routine (Chinese, Who'd Have Known). She's charming when you realize that underneath all the bravado, she's a simple girl who want to find a nice guy to settle down with. 1 of 1 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


The charts could use a few more of these, February 15, 2009 By Laszlo Matyas

It's the new Lily Allen album, and it's absolutely wonderful. It's even better than her first one, which was good but somewhat monotonous. It also wasn't nearly as engrossing, as dynamic, as vicious, as sentimental, and as sexy as It's Not Me, It's You. Lily is smarter and funnier and cooler this time around. Her voice is smoother and more seductive, and it has more bite and menace. Her coy sneer and dry arrogance are balanced by wit and vulnerability. Hers is a voice that combines bitterness and glee, cynicism and romance, "come hither" and "fck off." You listen to her sing and you know immediately that she's not like other pop stars, that she's different form Britney and Katy and Christina, that she's better than they'll ever be. The production is also better and more varied that in what was two summers ago. It's sleek and electronic, but in the right sort of way. It's a wall of neon purple pop modernism, every bit as dense and organic and sexually charged as rock and soul used to be. The key point of reference, for me anyway, isn't "The Fear," which is the album's leadoff single. Don't get me wrong; "The Fear" is a great song, an oceanic ballad full of swoops and surges and billowy clouds of dance-inducing electronic noise. No, as much as I like that song, the one that I keep coming back to is "Back To The Start," which is more scintillating and cathartic and stunningly beautiful than anything on the last album even suggested. It's an apology song that works because it's genuine and emotionally resonant, because Lily sounds fraught with anguish and tension and regret, because it is, musically speaking, a masterpiece of dreamlike chaos, with its towers of shredded melody ricocheting over a monstrous space-funk rhythm that would make Prince go weak in the knees. I also love the way she jams the chorus with more syllables than any meter should be able handle, as such simulating an overwhelming rush of pained emotion. Other show-stopping moments include the seesawing, dreamlike, and almost psychedelic "Chinese," the sparkling and coldly ironic anti-drug reverie "Everyone's At It," and "Not Fair," which is so loaded down with noirish dynamics and swirling melody that it's easy to ignore the lyrics, which make Lily seem like a bit of a bitch. Of course, there's also "Fck You," which revamps the sugary melody/vicious putdown construction of "Smile" for an absolutely exuberant kissoff to George W. Bush. It's not so much a protest song as it is a victory lap, a celebration, an ecstatic ode to everything that happened last November and this January, a sigh of relief on behalf of a worn-out world. Perhaps it was a cheap shot, but hey, my complements to her for articulating exactly what all of us were thinking. Aside from that, we've got dozens of superb little pop moments, like the quirky imagery of "Him," the unashamedly sweet climax of "He Wasn't There," Lily's audible smile on "Who'd Have Known." Even the weaker songs - such as the somewhat inconsequential "Never Gonna Happen" or the occasionally treacly "22" - have a kind of sly attitude and nervous energy, the seeds of everything that make Lily Allen such a unique and wonderful pop musician. 1 of 1 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Worth the wait, February 13, 2009 By Osa (Lewisville, TX USA)

This sophomore album by Lily was worth the wait although it took so long. The album is just like her first album minus the heavy beats and songs that could probably pass as party anthems that don't have much meaning. I am glad to see Lily Allen back and I thought she was on the verge of being a sophomore slump or a one hit album wonder in the United States like one of my other favorite UK artist Craig David. I kinda wish this album had at least one more song like maybe a remixed version of one of her hit songs on the album, which did on her first album with the song Smile. The album just left me wanting more music or a couple more songs. 1 of 1 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Happy Customer, September 6, 2010 By abbylicious

I got this item really fast! It was also in excellent condition too! I will def. buy more things! 1 of 2 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Lily follows up, March 25, 2009 By alaskafido (Kenai, AK United States)

This album has some really good songs on it. It's not as good as her last album, but still very good. 1 of 2 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Lily is the best, March 22, 2009 By Sophia Thomas (Phoenix, Arizona USA)

Lily's new album is alot different from the first. Her lyrics are still sarcastic and funny-but she has stepped out her box with making a song like "Him" which is a updated version of "what if god was one of us". This album is more electro pop then the first-but it is still a great album. I recommend it to anyone 1 of 2 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


So good!!!, March 20, 2009 By Mallory (United States)

When I first listend to the snippets of these songs on iTunes, I was a little worried. It sounded like a huge departure from Alright, Still, and I was nearly certain that I was going to hate it. Then I heard "22" and loved it. Then I heard "F*** You" and loved it. I did buy the album, and now I can't stop listening to it. I can't help finding lyrics that make me love the songs because of how much I relate to them or agree with them, and I do enjoy the different feel of this album from the last. There's not a single song I wouldn't call a new favorite. Definitely, definitely get this album. It's great. 1 of 2 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


One of this year's best., February 16, 2009 By jaded, aging hipster (Milford, MI)

I was a fan of Alright, Still, because it was catchy and different. But since then, I've heard some of Lily Allen's collaborations with other artists, and noticed just how much she's grown as an artist. About two months ago, I happened to hear The Fear on the BBC1 Sirius channel, and instantly fell in love. I've been anxiously awaiting the release of this album based almost entirely on that song, and now that it's here, the wait has been worthwhile. Almost every track is quirky poppy quality. Casual listeners will almost certainly gravitate toward F- You, which is unfortunate. On tracks like 22, Chinese, and He Wasn't There, you have a treasury of relationship songs that aren't nearly as obvious. The album taken as a whole is almost like Saint Etienne and Death Cab for Cutie got together to shock all of their collective fans. Or maybe I'm just trying to come up with some sort of justification for how this album can sound the way it does. In a word: brilliant. 1 of 2 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Not mindless pop songs, February 14, 2009 By Jebra

The main reason I like her music is because of the very clever and witty lyrics. It's not recycled predictable radio material. My ears want to burn listening to some of the crap produced by 'artists' these days whose songs are half text message and repeating the same crude line over and over. Anyone who can dress political commentary in whimsical rhymes deserves points. 1 of 2 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


You don't have to love Lily to love her music., February 14, 2009 By Ms Bre (Oz)

I absolutely adore this album. I feel her vocals are stronger and her writing is better than the first album. I also am pleased to be listening to someone who isn't covered up by a bunch of electronic sensation (are you listening Britney??), Lily really has a lot of fun upbeat songs on this album. And she isn't afraid to speak her mind. I wouldn't suggest this album to a 11 yr old but it is great fun for a teen and beyond. 1 of 2 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Lily, Luv, February 12, 2009 By Robert Young (Santa Maria, CA United States)

This Brit has done it again. Her wonderful accent and quirky lyrics make Lily Allen one of my faves. Lily can even make four letter words sound not quite so bad with her light, bouncy voice. Perhaps her social commentary isn't an epihany but her fans, like me, don't care. For me, it's all about the voice, the accent, the bounciness and her light-hearted look at the world. Lily, don't stop making music. 1 of 2 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


The best album I've heard to date this year!, February 12, 2009 By Asad (California, United States)

With this record, Lily Allen has released one of the best pop album's I've heard in long time. for those who havent heard her music, her sound is breezy and catchy, her voice is calming and melodic, her lyrics are clever, and on "Its Not Me, Its You" the beats and electronic sound is incredible. Stand out tracks are "Everyones At It" - an awesome electo-thumping jam, "Not Fair" - another amazing pop track, and "Chinese". First single "The Fear" is catchy and memorable, and the entire record flows with one awesome pop song after another. But the instant classic by far is "F**k You". This is one of the cleverest and most unexpected songs I've heard in a long time. I laughed out loud when I first heard it, and the melody and hook on this track makes it spin in your head for hours (its already in the Top 30 on iTunes!) I wasnt a huge Lily Allen fan before I bought this album, but I am now sold, and consider her to be one of the most original and talented acts in pop music today. 1 of 2 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


More mature, stronger tone, February 11, 2009 By TheGum. (OK, USA)

Fans of the "hate this and that" of the first album will be slightly disappointed that Lily's new album takes a much deeper tone, but her latest album makes it up with better beats and more focus. I loved her first album, but after a while those songs did get a little old. It was her EP and some singles released after "Alright, Still" that I found to be richer and full of better beats. "It's Not Me, It's You" reflects the more mature and deeper music Lily is capable of making. I'll admit that not every song works, but most do and it leaves a lot of room for Lily to get even better with her next album. If you like songs that slap you around a little, songs with good beats, and songs that make you smile a little, pick this up. 1 of 2 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Lilly Allen take 2, March 23, 2009 By flipbirdie (california USA)

Lilly's sophomore is just as fun and spunky as her first, but is somehow lacking the drive of her first. She delivers the same cute tunes with biting and crude lyrics but sometimes the chorus seems forced, especially in "Everyone's At It". The lyrics are good, but not as infectious as "Smile" was. 1 of 3 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Lily is back and even better than before!!! :), February 10, 2009 By Nathanishot

Lily Allen is one of my favorite artists of all time! She is so diverse and funny and amazingly talented! I fell in love with her debut cd Alright, Still and I have anxiously awaited her followup album! It's Not Me, It's You has more than delivered!!! The music has changed a little and now has an electronic pop feel, instead of a ska pop feel. The new sound is absolutely brilliant and I love it! Lily worked on this sound with Greg Kurstin, who is one half of the amazing band The Bird and the Bee. If you like this album, check out the Bird and the Bee's new album Ray Guns Are Not Just The Future. Every single song on the album is amazing and shines in it's own right! I can't pick a favorite because I love them all! This is sure to be one of the best albums on 2009 and it's only February! Bottom Line: Buy this amazing sophomore album by Lily Allen! You will not regret it at all!!! :) 1 of 3 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Lily Allen - It's Not Me, It's You 9/10, February 10, 2009 By www.klap4music.com (Los Angeles / Orlando)

British singer-songwriter Lily Allen has never been one to shy away from the press or her opinions; since the release of her debut album, Alright, Still, the fiery brunette has agonized over being "fat and ugly" on her MySpace, assaulted obnoxious paparazzi, and been upfront about her previous drug use. It might sound like any other pop diva with self-esteem issues, but with Allen it's always been about the music. It's Not Me, It's You comes onto the scene after two and a half years of work and very public turmoil, but Allen's skills as a songwriter have only improved. Gone are the Jamaican dub influence from Alright and the ironic rap verses, and while there aren't any huge singles here like "LDN" or "Smile," It's Not Me is overall a much more balanced record. Opener "Everyone's At It" is a masterpiece of electro-pop courtesy of producer Greg Kurstin, buzzing synths and crashing drums building a dance-y mood that belies Allen's lyrical warnings against drugs. First single "The Fear" is more relaxed, a gentle guitar melody flowing along with Allen's strong vocals before climaxing into a keyboard-heavy chorus complete with orchestral flourishes of atmospheric sound, reminiscent of Kurstin's work as half of The Bird and the Bee. Lyrically it's one of Allen's sharpest songs on the album, a razor-sharp indictment of celebrity culture: "I don't care about clever, I don't care about funny / I want loads of clothes and ** loads of diamonds" goes an early verse before she worriedly wonders "I don't know what's right and what's real anymore / and I don't know how I'm meant to feel anymore." It's Not Me, It's You is a pop album at heart, and Kurstin's wizard-like production and Allen's flawless songwriting and blunt wit make for one of the best combos in recent memory. "I Could Say" is a piano-based ballad about the joys of leaving a sh boyfriend that wouldn't sound out of place on a Kelly Clarkson record, while the hilarious "Not Fair" is a frustrated ode to a boyfriend who is, shall we say, amorously challenged. The country-ish rhythm and excellently placed bluegrass guitar make the song a highlight, and Allen's typically straightforward lyrics ("I look into your eyes I want to get to know you / and then you make this noise and its apparent it's all over") make it a highlight among an album filled with them. Songs travel from the politically-inspired rage of the subtly-titled "**** You," a song made all the more ironic for it's ridiculously cheery chorus of the title, complete with falsetto call-and-response, to the "what-if-God-was-one-of-us" conceit of "Him." Allen is an unusually introspective and accomplished lyricist, coating her harshest observations with a smart layer of humor, as on "Him" where she wonders "do you think he's ever taken smack or cocaine / I don't imagine he's ever been suicidal / his favorite band is Creedence Clearwater Revival." It's her ability to turn the most serious subject matter, from post-20s malaise ("22") to a rude break-up on "Never Gonna Happen" that make this a pop album that is much more than a few well-made melodies and innovative instrumental choices. Not to say there aren't plenty of those; "Never Gonna Happen"'s accordion gives the song a carnival-esque festiveness, while the spacey vibe and twinkling keyboard of "Chinese" make the song's vision of a simple, loving relationship all that more uplifting. For a pop album, Lily Allen's latest is an inventive, personal, humorous, and finely wrought piece of work. There is nary a weak song on the album; Kurstin's striking production and Allen's ingenious turns of phrase make nearly every song a treat and a potential hit single. Closer "He Wasn't There," in fact, comes off as the weakest song on the album, simply because it seems an anti-climactic finish to the outstanding tunes that precede it. It's only been a month into 2009, but with Allen's latest venomous, hilarious collection of electro-pop rants and love swoons, the Brits may already have produced the pop album of the year. 1 of 3 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Not worth buying vinyl on Amazon.com, August 9, 2010 By April Wendell

the music is great but the vinyl record was shipped in an over sized box, not the typical box used for shipping vinyl. the album was completely warped and unplayable. the replacement that was sent to me was again shipped in inappropriate packaging and also warped, just not as bad as the first. i wont be buying vinyl from amazon again. 1 of 4 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Clean out your mouth Lily Allen!, April 10, 2009 By S. E. Johnson (Washington, USA)

I have the previous album of Lily's and loved it!! It was so cheerful and upbeat. I bought this one hoping for the same thing. I was DEEPLY disappointed!! Although the music is upbeat and catchy the lyrics are HORRIBLE!!! I don't want to listen to a song that's talking about how your boyfriend doesn't make you scream in bed and how you spend hours giving head!!! PLEASE! I also didn't think the song [...] you" was in good taste AT ALL! How could you even title your song that!? Even though this version is clean you can't bleap out every word. I don't want to know if Lily thinks George W Bush is evil and get politics mixed into it. I just want to listen to some good music by someone who is talented. When Lily goes off on her soap box she just ends up sounding immature and ignorant. I probably won't listen to her anymore [...] 1 of 5 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Sophomore Slump, February 25, 2009 By S. Linder

If you're a serious fan of Lily Allen I'm sure this review won't dissuade you from downloading this. But if you have any doubts about it, trust me, save your money. The tunes are OK but given her vocal delivery style, lyrics are front and center and these are borderline abysmal. It's like reading the journal entries of a petulant, spoiled art school kid. Cringe-inducing. 1 of 8 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Awesome, February 10, 2009 By M. Yaeger (USA)

Love Lily Allen! She has such a great sense of humor. Bought it right away. 1 of 9 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Naughty and Nice..., November 22, 2011 By Spliff Craven

Excellent personal style. Sassy and playful and demure. I love the "daydream" style paired with the "walkthrough" lyrics. Definitely a road trip or traveling album. 1 of 1 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Happy Customer, September 6, 2010 By abbylicious

I got this item really fast! It was also in excellent condition too! I will def. buy more things! 1 of 2 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


One of this year's best., February 16, 2009 By jaded, aging hipster (Milford, MI)

I was a fan of Alright, Still, because it was catchy and different. But since then, I've heard some of Lily Allen's collaborations with other artists, and noticed just how much she's grown as an artist. About two months ago, I happened to hear The Fear on the BBC1 Sirius channel, and instantly fell in love. I've been anxiously awaiting the release of this album based almost entirely on that song, and now that it's here, the wait has been worthwhile. Almost every track is quirky poppy quality. Casual listeners will almost certainly gravitate toward F- You, which is unfortunate. On tracks like 22, Chinese, and He Wasn't There, you have a treasury of relationship songs that aren't nearly as obvious. The album taken as a whole is almost like Saint Etienne and Death Cab for Cutie got together to shock all of their collective fans. Or maybe I'm just trying to come up with some sort of justification for how this album can sound the way it does. In a word: brilliant. 1 of 2 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Lily Allen - It's Not Me, It's You 9/10, February 10, 2009 By klap4music (Los Angeles)

British singer-songwriter Lily Allen has never been one to shy away from the press or her opinions; since the release of her debut album, Alright, Still, the fiery brunette has agonized over being "fat and ugly" on her MySpace, assaulted obnoxious paparazzi, and been upfront about her previous drug use. It might sound like any other pop diva with self-esteem issues, but with Allen it's always been about the music. It's Not Me, It's You comes onto the scene after two and a half years of work and very public turmoil, but Allen's skills as a songwriter have only improved. Gone are the Jamaican dub influence from Alright and the ironic rap verses, and while there aren't any huge singles here like "LDN" or "Smile," It's Not Me is overall a much more balanced record. Opener "Everyone's At It" is a masterpiece of electro-pop courtesy of producer Greg Kurstin, buzzing synths and crashing drums building a dance-y mood that belies Allen's lyrical warnings against drugs. First single "The Fear" is more relaxed, a gentle guitar melody flowing along with Allen's strong vocals before climaxing into a keyboard-heavy chorus complete with orchestral flourishes of atmospheric sound, reminiscent of Kurstin's work as half of The Bird and the Bee. Lyrically it's one of Allen's sharpest songs on the album, a razor-sharp indictment of celebrity culture: "I don't care about clever, I don't care about funny / I want loads of clothes and ** loads of diamonds" goes an early verse before she worriedly wonders "I don't know what's right and what's real anymore / and I don't know how I'm meant to feel anymore." It's Not Me, It's You is a pop album at heart, and Kurstin's wizard-like production and Allen's flawless songwriting and blunt wit make for one of the best combos in recent memory. "I Could Say" is a piano-based ballad about the joys of leaving a sh boyfriend that wouldn't sound out of place on a Kelly Clarkson record, while the hilarious "Not Fair" is a frustrated ode to a boyfriend who is, shall we say, amorously challenged. The country-ish rhythm and excellently placed bluegrass guitar make the song a highlight, and Allen's typically straightforward lyrics ("I look into your eyes I want to get to know you / and then you make this noise and its apparent it's all over") make it a highlight among an album filled with them. Songs travel from the politically-inspired rage of the subtly-titled "**** You," a song made all the more ironic for it's ridiculously cheery chorus of the title, complete with falsetto call-and-response, to the "what-if-God-was-one-of-us" conceit of "Him." Allen is an unusually introspective and accomplished lyricist, coating her harshest observations with a smart layer of humor, as on "Him" where she wonders "do you think he's ever taken smack or cocaine / I don't imagine he's ever been suicidal / his favorite band is Creedence Clearwater Revival." It's her ability to turn the most serious subject matter, from post-20s malaise ("22") to a rude break-up on "Never Gonna Happen" that make this a pop album that is much more than a few well-made melodies and innovative instrumental choices. Not to say there aren't plenty of those; "Never Gonna Happen"'s accordion gives the song a carnival-esque festiveness, while the spacey vibe and twinkling keyboard of "Chinese" make the song's vision of a simple, loving relationship all that more uplifting. For a pop album, Lily Allen's latest is an inventive, personal, humorous, and finely wrought piece of work. There is nary a weak song on the album; Kurstin's striking production and Allen's ingenious turns of phrase make nearly every song a treat and a potential hit single. Closer "He Wasn't There," in fact, comes off as the weakest song on the album, simply because it seems an anti-climactic finish to the outstanding tunes that precede it. It's only been a month into 2009, but with Allen's latest venomous, hilarious collection of electro-pop rants and love swoons, the Brits may already have produced the pop album of the year. 1 of 3 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Sophmore Slump, July 18, 2011 By Armenian DawWg (ATLanta, GA)

Sounds like Allen threw this album together in haste or just ran out of ideas. Half the songs sound like "The Fear" and the other half are just plain boring. She is a Debbie Downer on this album (no problem with that) but in a bad way. I thought she was just as provocative on her first album but here, she just blurts out her problems without any creativity. If I want to hear that, I'd get paid and call myself a licensed shrink. I was hoping for more but I am left sad. Hopefully the next album will bring it all together in a better package. Was this review helpful to you?


Fun album, June 11, 2011 By N. Noky (NYC)

I like this album, it is along the lines of Kate Nash, Florence & the Machine, and Regina Spektor, so if you like any of those artists, you will certainly enjoy this album. If you only have a dollar, spend it on "Him", upbeat, boppy/groovy style or if you've been thinking a little more about your EX lately or someone you don't like go with "F==K you" Upbeat, but the lyrics are great. Was this review helpful to you?


It's Lily, June 3, 2011 By musiccity

It's Lily Allen, so you know it's going to be good. It's not quite as good as the previous release, but still great fun. Was this review helpful to you?


Fast delivery, March 29, 2011 By Susan P. Picard (Seattle, WA United States)

The cd itself is witty, biting and wonderful. The delivery service fast and reliable. Would order from these people again. Was this review helpful to you?


Great CD..., January 4, 2011 By Landon M. Harsh

I got this for my wife for Christmas and she seems to really like it. I was also glad to find this edited version so we could play it around our kids. Was this review helpful to you?


Lily Allen It's Not Me It's You, January 2, 2011 By Dawn

I saw Lily Allen perform on The Graham Norton show and really liked the song she performed. My husband surprised me with the cd for Christmas and I have really been enjoying it. Was this review helpful to you?


Pop indie fans enjoy, November 23, 2010 By M. Buisman (Amsterdam)

Lily Allen is one of those rare artists who make music the 'masses' love but that will also entice the slightly more critical music lover. Smart songs with good subject matter. Better sounding, but also a little more polished, than the debute this is a great album again. Top songs are "F&&& You", and "Not Fair" Was this review helpful to you?


Fudging great, November 15, 2010 By MBC (Sacramento)

I think this CD is great. Love the commentary on everyone being on psych drugs (so true) and the song saying F you in a sing songy voice- hilarious. The fourth set to western twangy music about a great guy with less than positive aptitude in the bedroom may be my favorite... I highly recommend a listen. Was this review helpful to you?


Lily Allen, May 1, 2010 By movie poster dealer (San Diego)

Really not much not to like about it, after all it is Lily Allen! Personally I'd rather have had the 2009 "V" concert rather than the one on this dvd, lighting could have been better. I'd buy it again. Was this review helpful to you?


WORTH EVERY PENNY, February 16, 2010 By Rene Garcia Perez (MONTERREY, MEXICO)

I LOVE THIS CD, GREAT STYLE AND VOICE OF THIS BRIT-POP ARTIST. INCLUDES A LIVE PRESENTATION IN LONDON AND SOME SINGLE VIDEOCLIPS. TOTALLY WORTH IT. Was this review helpful to you?


Lily's awesome!, March 29, 2010 By Sierra Chuck (San Francisco)

I don't like this as much as her first album but my 2-yr old absolutely LOVES Not Fair, especially with the video. Lily's awesome. Ironically now I consider Lily to be the clean one when I pick videos for my baby. Somehow Alfie smoking bleep seems more appropriate than Lady GaGa being licked all over. But it's important for a growing toddler to have variety so she'll get both. If you like Lily Allen or British comedy you will enjoy his album. If you've never heard Lily, try Alright Then first. If you do not appreciate a good mockney accent try Coldplay. 0 of 1 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Another UK Singer Is The One To Watch, April 11, 2009 By Music Critic (Massapequa,NY)

April 12,2009 When I first saw Lily Allen on SNL sometime ago it was like getting punched in the solar plexus, the recognition by a music critic of extraordinary talent. It's interesting, but the Killers, who were on SNL three times last year hit me the same way. Going back to Dusty Springfield, Billy J. Kramer, Van Morrison, The Yardbirds, The Beatles, The Stones, Elvis Costello, Thea Gilmore and now Lily Allen getting red hot; how does the UK come up with the most extraordinary and exponentially creative, instrumentally and vocally fabulous recording artists? There must be an elixir on that Ferry Cross the Mersey that they all are drinking that causes them to be so special and charming. Hey, I am an anglophile from birth. Lily Allen is a gutsy, often explicit and captivating entertainer. I downloaded her MP3 Fear and continue to be impressed. Besides having a "healthy" very feminine physical presence, she is an electric songstress with a blend of jazz, reggae, pop and soft rock and quirky synth in her delivery. Lily is going on tour soon in the United States and I not only recommend that you purchase some CDs here but definitely, if you can get a ticket go go go. Lily Allen is going to be bigger and bigger since that SNL appearance. That show may need some new blood on the skit side but with the Killers and Lily, they are hitting those balls over the fence on the music set. jay adler music critic 0 of 1 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


It's Lily Allen!, February 12, 2009 By Tyree Hoffman (Gastonia, NC)

This record is very fun, it's very catchy, and it's very Lily Allen! It's hard to stop listening! 0 of 1 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Uninspired and insipid, September 26, 2009 By M. Brown (U.S.)

First to comment on the actual music. I found almost all of the tracks to be very dull and repetitive. It simply blended into the background of most other music of this genre for me. Track 8, [Expletive] You, I did enjoy in terms of the lyrics and overall beat and would recommend it. Second to comment on the sonics/mastering. This album, like many other modern albums, suffers from excessive digital hard limiting. Another casualty of the loudness war I'm afraid. It is also excessively EQed and sounds way too bright (way too much treble). The music industry needs to return control of the volume knob to the consumer and stop killing the dynamics in music. 0 of 2 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Disappointing and boring, May 12, 2010 By ATD (San Francisco, CA)

I really loved the first album-- the songs were catchy and original. However for the follow-up besides it being Lily Allen's voice it really seemed to be missing the same level of creativity. Literally, the song F*** You she repeats the same two or three lines over and over again. How's that for songwriting? I listened to the entire album a couple of times to see if that was the issue, but really months later I haven't been tempted to listen to it again. bummer 0 of 4 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


way too large box, December 10, 2009 By F. Berg (Netherlands)

Strange method of recordpackaging by amazon?? Very large box with some airy plastic material inside. Miracle the record survived the overseas transportation. Decent recordboxes too expensive?? 0 of 5 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Good, but missing something..., February 12, 2009 By Nyghtewynd (St. Louis, MO)

It seems that the sophomore curse has struck Ms. Allen and her newest work. While there isn't anything necessarily wrong with it, the dual spectres of success and gobs of money have not translated into a great improvement. I'm not saying that there isn't a lot to like here--"The Fear" makes a very good first single, and songs like "Never Gonna Happen" and "22" have a lot going for them. But others lack the universal drive/quality that was so abundant on her freshman effort. It's one thing to be mad at someone (see: "**** You"), but it's another for the complaint to be so generic that it's hard to identify with the song. The production is much more polished and the language Americanized; still, the fact that it's missing the raw drive and rough edge of the first album makes these things a negative and not a positive. All in all, it's an interesting album, and it's one that marks Allen as a star with some staying power. It's worth a listen, but not nearly as good as the first try. 0 of 6 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Cheap CD, May 24, 2010 By Frank Adrian (Miami, FL)

Well after thinking that I was getting a good buy, the cd automatically stopped working after one use! I put the cd in my car radio and listened to the cd, left it in there overnight and the next day it did not want to work! As if the cd was made to self destruct after one use! Its pretty ridiculous if you ask me and you guys have to be buying some really cheap and crappy cd's! I dont think I will buy from this company ever again!!! 0 of 12 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?


Another UK Singer Is The One To Watch, April 11, 2009 By Music Critic (Massapequa,NY)

April 12,2009 When I first saw Lily Allen on SNL sometime ago it was like getting punched in the solar plexus, the recognition by a music critic of extraordinary talent. It's interesting, but the Killers, who were on SNL three times last year hit me the same way. Going back to Dusty Springfield, Billy J. Kramer, Van Morrison, The Yardbirds, The Beatles, The Stones, Elvis Costello, Thea Gilmore and now Lily Allen getting red hot; how does the UK come up with the most extraordinary and exponentially creative, instrumentally and vocally fabulous recording artists? There must be an elixir on that Ferry Cross the Mersey that they all are drinking that causes them to be so special and charming. Hey, I am an anglophile from birth. Lily Allen is a gutsy, often explicit and captivating entertainer. I downloaded her MP3 Fear and continue to be impressed. Besides having a "healthy" very feminine physical presence, she is an electric songstress with a blend of jazz, reggae, pop and soft rock and quirky synth in her delivery. Lily is going on tour soon in the United States and I not only recommend that you purchase some CDs here but definitely, if you can get a ticket go go go. Lily Allen is going to be bigger and bigger since that SNL appearance. That show may need some new blood on the skit side but with the Killers and Lily, they are hitting those balls over the fence on the music set. jay adler music critic 0 of 1 people found the above review helpful. Was this review helpful to you?

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