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Post by taylor on Sept 4, 2020 9:45:45 GMT -5
No one feels like this is a complete recycle of Carrie's "Good Girl"? It even says "Hey Next Girl" instead of "Hey Good Girl" and "Next, Girl" instead of "good, girl." The production is nice but to me this is a copycat song we have already heard before by a better vocalist. Diehard Carrie stan here, hi hello. Let me just scan my card real quick. Alrighty, there we go. Upon listening to both songs back-to-back I did notice a blatant recycle in terms of content/originality. But to be quite frank, this one's much better by miles lol. I've never liked "Good Girl" as much as the rest of its parent album (as you'll see in the Carrie Underwood 2.0, I have "Good Girl" in the very bottom tier of my ranks) and I think it's because Carrie's song sounds like nothing more than a pessimistic view on men/love which, I mean, is very valid but in her song, Carrie never backs up her insistence on leaving the man. Carly, on the other hand, not only gives a negative view on the man but also explains why by saying she's been there before and didn't notice how toxic the guy was until it was far too late and her heart was broken. "Good Girl" is a cynical/pessimistic view and "Next Girl" offers sympathy and advice. And as for the better vocalist remark: to each their own but I happen to believe, especially after "It Won't Always Be Like This," that Carly Pearce's voice is right up there with the likes of Carrie Underwood. (and PS. the production on "Next Girl" is also the winner by a landslide)
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Post by Sugar Rush on Sept 4, 2020 10:00:50 GMT -5
No one feels like this is a complete recycle of Carrie's "Good Girl"? It even says "Hey Next Girl" instead of "Hey Good Girl" and "Next, Girl" instead of "good, girl." The production is nice but to me this is a copycat song we have already heard before by a better vocalist. Die hard Carrie fan, I find this is nothing like Good Girl. Completely different production and lyrical style.
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Post by bigfan101 on Sept 4, 2020 10:02:33 GMT -5
Been looking at social media and Michael Ray better hope he can build a solid male fanbase because his female one died today. Right? There are some POSTS. Lol She went for his jugular. He probably needs an apology song or a song that refutes what she said. If he just acts like it didn't happen, I don't know if that's going to go well for him, success wise. People want to know what happened - I mean this is already top-10 top-five on iTunes and rising. It's clearly clicking with the public.
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Post by bigd79 on Sept 4, 2020 10:34:10 GMT -5
I like this but not as much as IHYHN. i think it will be a good hit for her still!
As far as the comparisons to good girl, really only the beginning of the song for me, those first few lyrics, the rest not really imo.
As far as the better vocalist...ive seen Carrie 7x and Carly twice...and its not close. No one touches Carrie. Carly is good though, no doubt about it. Carrie is just a whole different level altogether.
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Post by Crimsonio on Sept 4, 2020 10:52:23 GMT -5
No one feels like this is a complete recycle of Carrie's "Good Girl"? It even says "Hey Next Girl" instead of "Hey Good Girl" and "Next, Girl" instead of "good, girl." The production is nice but to me this is a copycat song we have already heard before by a better vocalist. Diehard Carrie stan here, hi hello. Let me just scan my card real quick. Alrighty, there we go. Upon listening to both songs back-to-back I did notice a blatant recycle in terms of content/originality. But to be quite frank, this one's much better by miles lol. I've never liked "Good Girl" as much as the rest of its parent album (as you'll see in the Carrie Underwood 2.0, I have "Good Girl" in the very bottom tier of my ranks) and I think it's because Carrie's song sounds like nothing more than a pessimistic view on men/love which, I mean, is very valid but in her song, Carrie never backs up her insistence on leaving the man. Carly, on the other hand, not only gives a negative view on the man but also explains why by saying she's been there before and didn't notice how toxic the guy was until it was far too late and her heart was broken. "Good Girl" is a cynical/pessimistic view and "Next Girl" offers sympathy and advice. And as for the better vocalist remark: to each their own but I happen to believe, especially after "It Won't Always Be Like This," that Carly Pearce's voice is right up there with the likes of Carrie Underwood. (and PS. the production on "Next Girl" is also the winner by a landslide)I know you didn't just drag Good Girl's rock-infused production.
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Post by tryexp on Sept 4, 2020 10:59:29 GMT -5
Love this new song, and while thematically there are some similarities with Good Girl, I think the lyrics on this one are miles better, and it sounds catchier to me - I like Good Girl, but always thought it was one of the worst songs on that album. Fingers crossed this goes up to #1 and we get and album, because I am here for this quality!
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Post by austin on Sept 4, 2020 11:20:08 GMT -5
Thanks for all the comments back!
I agree the production here is much better than the clunkiness of “Good Girl” but I disagree that it’s not the same song. I have listened 5-6 times and to me it’s the same thing, just rewritten with a countrier sound.
I have no doubt this will hit as everyone here immediately loves it! Good for Carly!
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Post by taylor on Sept 4, 2020 11:25:21 GMT -5
Diehard Carrie stan here, hi hello. Let me just scan my card real quick. Alrighty, there we go. Upon listening to both songs back-to-back I did notice a blatant recycle in terms of content/originality. But to be quite frank, this one's much better by miles lol. I've never liked "Good Girl" as much as the rest of its parent album (as you'll see in the Carrie Underwood 2.0, I have "Good Girl" in the very bottom tier of my ranks) and I think it's because Carrie's song sounds like nothing more than a pessimistic view on men/love which, I mean, is very valid but in her song, Carrie never backs up her insistence on leaving the man. Carly, on the other hand, not only gives a negative view on the man but also explains why by saying she's been there before and didn't notice how toxic the guy was until it was far too late and her heart was broken. "Good Girl" is a cynical/pessimistic view and "Next Girl" offers sympathy and advice. And as for the better vocalist remark: to each their own but I happen to believe, especially after "It Won't Always Be Like This," that Carly Pearce's voice is right up there with the likes of Carrie Underwood. (and PS. the production on "Next Girl" is also the winner by a landslide)I know you didn't just drag Good Girl's rock-infused production. Mmhmm, I did, and what about it? :kii:
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Post by mus1cr0w on Sept 4, 2020 11:31:08 GMT -5
I'm a little underwhelmed at the melody since she is capable of so much more vocally.
However, the the writing is very strong and I love the production.
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Post by countrylass on Sept 4, 2020 11:55:36 GMT -5
I like this! Why are we comparing two females AGAIN?! I find Carly's voice so much more pleasing than Carries, who to me sound nasally ALL the time. She can belt out a song but when you belt out every song it all starts sounding the same! Her voice goes right through me!! I never would have said these things had someone not dragged one female to make a point about another female. These STANS SMH..............
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Post by Troublemaker on Sept 4, 2020 12:05:22 GMT -5
People want to know what happened - I mean this is already top-10 top-five on iTunes and rising. It's clearly clicking with the public. Hopefully this momentum is sustained and she tells a really good story with the album that’s all I’m concerned about. By the way taylor , we need to talk about your stan card because first of all you shouldn’t compare Carrie and Carly. One is based on personal experience the other isn’t...
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Post by hazmat on Sept 4, 2020 12:10:41 GMT -5
Hm, upon the first listen I’m definitely underwhelmed. This one wasn’t the obvious hit IHYHN was for me. I can see the upbeat tempo (which isn’t as common for Carly) as ear candy, but the I felt the mix was off — her vocals sound drowned out and the production feels muddled for me. I’m excited to see what else is to come though, because I know she has some stories to share. I am disappointed we moved on from the Carly Pearce album so quick — so many great single options there.
I will also say on a personal note — I’m not here for the songs under 3 minutes trend — especially in country.
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Post by bboat11 on Sept 4, 2020 12:27:22 GMT -5
No one feels like this is a complete recycle of Carrie's "Good Girl"? It even says "Hey Next Girl" instead of "Hey Good Girl" and "Next, Girl" instead of "good, girl." The production is nice but to me this is a copycat song we have already heard before by a better vocalist. They definitely occupy the same lyrical niche. But sonically? Not even slightly Edit: Well, I didn't see there was a whole second page when I wrote this. This has been thoroughly responded to
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Post by CoJoFan on Sept 4, 2020 12:43:13 GMT -5
This is pretty good but I still like I Hope You’re Happy Now and Every Little Thing better so it’s probably my 3rd favorite single from her.
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Post by Sugar Rush on Sept 4, 2020 19:21:58 GMT -5
Now that I’ve had time to take it in, I definitely prefer this song more than IHYHN. I hope this song turns to be a huge hit!
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Post by nncountrykid on Sept 4, 2020 22:25:39 GMT -5
I wonder if she’ll dust off “Just Another Girl” for the new album since that seems to fit where this might be going really well. And it’s a terrific song that would probably make a successful single.
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Post by daddy on Sept 5, 2020 6:19:24 GMT -5
I like this! Why are we comparing two females AGAIN?! I find Carly's voice so much more pleasing than Carries, who to me sound nasally ALL the time. She can belt out a song but when you belt out every song it all starts sounding the same! Her voice goes right through me!! I never would have said these things had someone not dragged one female to make a point about another female. These STANS SMH.............. Literally the most direct comparison of female vocalists in this whole thread SMH 🤦🏼♀️ I’m enjoying this one! Have enjoyed Carly’s output so far and I like that she’s sticking with her traditional leaning sound.
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Post by .indulgecountry on Sept 5, 2020 10:44:15 GMT -5
I like this! Why are we comparing two females AGAIN?! I find Carly's voice so much more pleasing than Carries, who to me sound nasally ALL the time. She can belt out a song but when you belt out every song it all starts sounding the same! Her voice goes right through me!! I never would have said these things had someone not dragged one female to make a point about another female. These STANS SMH.............. The hypocrisy roller coaster this post just took me on. The lyrical content and hook of this and Carrie's "Good Girl" are definitely pretty similar, so I see nothing wrong with bringing that up for comparison. They are produced, sung, and presented very differently though, so it doesn't just feel like a copycat to me and I will continue to enjoy both.
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Post by jab820 on Sept 5, 2020 12:03:53 GMT -5
I can only imagine what Michael Ray's team is doing right now. Either they are twiddling their thumbs or he is poising up his "side" to be sent out soon as well.
I hope radio latches to this quickly and sends it up the charts. I'm ready for them to treat Carly as a permanent name.
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Post by James on Sept 5, 2020 18:46:27 GMT -5
I can only imagine what Michael Ray's team is doing right now. Either they are twiddling their thumbs or he is poising up his "side" to be sent out soon as well. I hope radio latches to this quickly and sends it up the charts. I'm ready for them to treat Carly as a permanent name. Assuming by the hashtag on his latest Instagram post, the lead single for his new album will be called Whiskey And Rain. That’s pretty generic and could go a lot of different directions but I’ve got a feeling it won’t be as personal as the track Carly just delivered. If Next Girl is inspired by Michael, I’m not sure what he could say at this point. Kinda feeling like his team’s focus at this point may just be getting a radio hit, even if it’s generic fodder.
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Post by seak05 on Sept 5, 2020 20:41:55 GMT -5
This song is great, and I love that Carly is going in this direction with her music. I don’t think it’ll do anything to Michael ray though. Almost no one, as a percentage, buying a ticket to a concert or listening to radio ends up caring enough to boycott someone if they like their music (especially over artists cheating since it happens all the time).
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Post by .indulgecountry on Sept 5, 2020 23:09:51 GMT -5
Cheating in the country music world is a double standard because if Carly Pearce had crossed him & that news got out, she'd be finished. Michael Ray will probably be unaffected, especially if he and his team just ignore Carly's single because him speaking on the matter would only draw more negative attention to himself. He's better off just putting his head down and focusing on making great music of his own and moving forward. If Jason Aldean could be caught in public by paparazzi cheating on his ex-wife that he had multiple children with and it have 0 effect on his career, then Michael Ray probably doesn't have much to worry about.
As for "Next Girl," I do quite enjoy it, but it isn't quite the total immediate home run I expected based on the hype. It is good, I love the production, and the hook is presented well, but I definitely got into her last single a lot quicker. This sounds like it'll continue her success at country radio though and I definitely see it continuing to grow on me. Right now it's an A- and I'm still a little disappointed because she had about 4 or 5 better songs on her last album that I would've rather seen climbing the charts currently, but I am also excited about the possibility of her having another round of new music probably coming out in early 2021.
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Post by baltized on Sept 6, 2020 1:21:44 GMT -5
I really like this! Out of all the newer female breakout artists of the last few years, I think she has my favorite voice. I hope she keeps doing this more traditional sound.
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Post by seak05 on Sept 6, 2020 9:34:55 GMT -5
Cheating in the country music world is a double standard because if Carly Pearce had crossed him & that news got out, she'd be finished. Michael Ray will probably be unaffected, especially if he and his team just ignore Carly's single because him speaking on the matter would only draw more negative attention to himself. He's better off just putting his head down and focusing on making great music of his own and moving forward. If Jason Aldean could be caught in public by paparazzi cheating on his ex-wife that he had multiple children with and it have 0 effect on his career, then Michael Ray probably doesn't have much to worry about. I mean Miranda says hi? I think Carly would've been ok too (but I do agree double standards would stink). Aldean's was especially "egregious" because we had photos & videos....and it still didn't impact him. At the end of the day, most people just care way more about their own lives, even if we all like to gossip.
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Post by ethanhunt on Sept 6, 2020 10:18:10 GMT -5
Cheating in the country music world is a double standard because if Carly Pearce had crossed him & that news got out, she'd be finished. Michael Ray will probably be unaffected, especially if he and his team just ignore Carly's single because him speaking on the matter would only draw more negative attention to himself. He's better off just putting his head down and focusing on making great music of his own and moving forward. If Jason Aldean could be caught in public by paparazzi cheating on his ex-wife that he had multiple children with and it have 0 effect on his career, then Michael Ray probably doesn't have much to worry about. As for "Next Girl," I do quite enjoy it, but it isn't quite the total immediate home run I expected based on the hype. It is good, I love the production, and the hook is presented well, but I definitely got into her last single a lot quicker. This sounds like it'll continue her success at country radio though and I definitely see it continuing to grow on me. Right now it's an A- and I'm still a little disappointed because she had about 4 or 5 better songs on her last album that I would've rather seen climbing the charts currently, but I am also excited about the possibility of her having another round of new music probably coming out in early 2021. I mean tbf Jason Aldean was (and is) a way bigger star than Michael Ray ever has any hope of ever being. The chances of one of the faces of the genre being wiped off the map was never likely but Ray is just some guy with a couple hits. don't think there is an avid fanbase who cares that he sticks around Also if Carly Pearce is vocally discussing Ray then the events will be far more in the public consciousness than the Aldean events if the criticisms of Ray are out there on country radio. Not saying this will torpedo Ray's career. But I do think there are a number of factors that make this different from the Aldean scenario
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Post by bboat11 on Sept 6, 2020 12:41:16 GMT -5
Cheating in the country music world is a double standard because if Carly Pearce had crossed him & that news got out, she'd be finished. Michael Ray will probably be unaffected, especially if he and his team just ignore Carly's single because him speaking on the matter would only draw more negative attention to himself. He's better off just putting his head down and focusing on making great music of his own and moving forward. If Jason Aldean could be caught in public by paparazzi cheating on his ex-wife that he had multiple children with and it have 0 effect on his career, then Michael Ray probably doesn't have much to worry about. I mean Miranda says hi? I think Carly would've been ok too (but I do agree double standards would stink). Aldean's was especially "egregious" because we had photos & videos....and it still didn't impact him. At the end of the day, most people just care way more about their own lives, even if we all like to gossip. Until last month, Miranda has struggled to get any kind of meaningful airplay ever since her divorce though... She managed to keep her career limping along anyway because she was already so established beforehand, but there is no question that Blake got country radio in the divorce, lol. I guess Miranda did get to keep her awards show hype, but tbh when they only have two token females to nominate for everything anyway they couldn't just stop nominating her for stuff... Cheating in the country music world is a double standard because if Carly Pearce had crossed him & that news got out, she'd be finished. Michael Ray will probably be unaffected, especially if he and his team just ignore Carly's single because him speaking on the matter would only draw more negative attention to himself. He's better off just putting his head down and focusing on making great music of his own and moving forward. If Jason Aldean could be caught in public by paparazzi cheating on his ex-wife that he had multiple children with and it have 0 effect on his career, then Michael Ray probably doesn't have much to worry about. As for "Next Girl," I do quite enjoy it, but it isn't quite the total immediate home run I expected based on the hype. It is good, I love the production, and the hook is presented well, but I definitely got into her last single a lot quicker. This sounds like it'll continue her success at country radio though and I definitely see it continuing to grow on me. Right now it's an A- and I'm still a little disappointed because she had about 4 or 5 better songs on her last album that I would've rather seen climbing the charts currently, but I am also excited about the possibility of her having another round of new music probably coming out in early 2021. I mean tbf Jason Aldean was (and is) a way bigger star than Michael Ray ever has any hope of ever being. The chances of one of the faces of the genre being wiped off the map was never likely but Ray is just some guy with a couple hits. don't think there is an avid fanbase who cares that he sticks around LBTrocks , I'm eager to hear your thoughts on this...
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Post by LBTrocks on Sept 6, 2020 13:50:26 GMT -5
I can only imagine what Michael Ray's team is doing right now. Either they are twiddling their thumbs or he is poising up his "side" to be sent out soon as well. I hope radio latches to this quickly and sends it up the charts. I'm ready for them to treat Carly as a permanent name. Assuming by the hashtag on his latest Instagram post, the lead single for his new album will be called Whiskey And Rain. That’s pretty generic and could go a lot of different directions but I’ve got a feeling it won’t be as personal as the track Carly just delivered. If Next Girl is inspired by Michael, I’m not sure what he could say at this point. Kinda feeling like his team’s focus at this point may just be getting a radio hit, even if it’s generic fodder. That is indeed his next single... and it's not generic fodder. Obviously the studio isn't out yet so we'll see how the production and instrumentation sounds, but I've heard him perform it twice now on his live Honkytonk Tuesday's and it's an excellent song. Very strong lyrically, too. Should be quite traditional leaning. It's not in response this situation with Carly. Pretty sure it was written before the divorce was even made public. And I agree with you, I would think the plan is to promote the hell out of his upcoming single/album and get "Whiskey and Rain" released and out to radio ASAP and hope for the best. And honestly, until Carly directly talks about why the marriage ended and what really happened with Michael I'm not sure why he would say anything. Clearly, this song is inspired by her experience with Michael. The chorus alone is basically one big reference to his song "Think A Little Less." However, until there's an actual sit down interview where she opens up and tells all, I see no reason why Michael and his team would go out of their way to address it. I mean tbf Jason Aldean was (and is) a way bigger star than Michael Ray ever has any hope of ever being. The chances of one of the faces of the genre being wiped off the map was never likely but Ray is just some guy with a couple hits. don't think there is an avid fanbase who cares that he sticks around LBTrocks , I'm eager to hear your thoughts on this... I mean, I definitely don't agree lol. Michael does have an avid fanbase. It's clearly not as big as Aldean's and never will be, but it's definitely there and I am not convinced that his core fans are going to jump ship because of whatever happened with him and Carly. I'm even less convinced that radio is going to jump ship on him. His reputation and character are going to take a pretty big hit, but I quite doubt that it's going to be so bad that his career ends or takes a major nosedive because of it.
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Post by castleoblivion26 on Sept 6, 2020 15:37:27 GMT -5
I love this song and I look forward to hearing it on the radio when I randomly am listening to the radio (which doesn't happen often lol)
I don't think this situation between the two is going to have that big of an impact on Michael Ray's career. I think it could definitely be a boost for Carly Pearce's career for sure because of the music that is gonna come out of it (this song is a great example). That being said I am a big fan of Carly's and would say I like her more than Michael Ray but I have no intention of not continuing to enjoy his music going forward as I've heard quite a few songs from him that I have really enjoyed. He also is a good performer and I'd go see him live again if given the opportunity (same with Carly).
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Post by seak05 on Sept 6, 2020 17:01:29 GMT -5
I mean Miranda says hi? I think Carly would've been ok too (but I do agree double standards would stink). Aldean's was especially "egregious" because we had photos & videos....and it still didn't impact him. At the end of the day, most people just care way more about their own lives, even if we all like to gossip. Until last month, Miranda has struggled to get any kind of meaningful airplay ever since her divorce though... She managed to keep her career limping along anyway because she was already so established beforehand, but there is no question that Blake got country radio in the divorce, lol. I guess Miranda did get to keep her awards show hype, but tbh when they only have two token females to nominate for everything anyway they couldn't just stop nominating her for stuff...] I’m not sure I would say Miranda was having radio success pre-divorce though either 😂. Her last #1 pre bluebird was 2012! For all her awards, Miranda has never really clicked at radio
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Post by raylatch98 on Sept 6, 2020 18:31:31 GMT -5
Until last month, Miranda has struggled to get any kind of meaningful airplay ever since her divorce though... She managed to keep her career limping along anyway because she was already so established beforehand, but there is no question that Blake got country radio in the divorce, lol. I guess Miranda did get to keep her awards show hype, but tbh when they only have two token females to nominate for everything anyway they couldn't just stop nominating her for stuff...] I’m not sure I would say Miranda was having radio success pre-divorce though either 😂. Her last #1 pre bluebird was 2012! For all her awards, Miranda has never really clicked at radio To be fair when Miranda and Blake divorced in mid 2015 afterwards "Smoking and Drinking" failed to hit the Top 30, "Vice" stalled out outside of the Top 10, and both "We Should Be Friends" and "Tin Man" fell short of the Top 20. Where as before the divorce her singles were all a lock for the Top 20 once she had her true breakthrough with "White Liar".
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