Music Review: “The Real Me” by Naomi Less

2011, Naomi Less (independent)

Reviewed by Annie Robinson, 14
Toronto

If you love meaningful lyrics and thought provoking soundtracks, Naomi Less's album The Real Me is perfect for you. Naomi Less is a budding musician striving to make a difference through music. In this optimistic 12-track-album, Naomi explores a wide range of topics such as responsibilities, friendship, and the importance of being grateful."  Through her guitar and serene vocals, Naomi's beguiling tunes leave listeners feeling positive and peaceful. The Real Me is an enjoyable album and I definitely recommend it to teen girls.

One of the reasons I enjoyed this album was its variety of sounds and styles; The Real Me has a song for everyone! The album features a lot of music with peaceful vibes such as "One Simple Thing" and "Thank You." However, the CD also has some fun up-tempo songs such as "The Real Me." Naomi's music is dominated by guitar, maracas, and vocals; together these instruments create a harmonious lullaby-like quality that instantly improves your spirits. Naomi's slower-paced melodies make The Real Me a great album to have as background music while working on homework or studying while the up-tempo songs are fantastic for singing along!

Another positive attribute of this album is the lyrics. All of the songs focus on positive messages. From "Responsibility," a song about important life tasks, to "Thank You," which is about gratitude, the album is glued together with inspiring words. The Real Me shares insightful advice and encourages listeners to be thoughtful and considerate.

Overall, Naomi Less's The Real Me is a wholesome album. It features a variety of musical panache and touches on cheerful messages through empowering lyrics. This heartfelt and honest collection of songs will captivate you and keep you listening from start to finish.

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