Hello, everybody. It’s Thursday and I should be studying for my quiz, but guess what? I am definitely not capable to do that after I listened to One Direction’s Made In The A.M.. Yes, I know what you are thinking, the album’s release is tomorrow, as in November 13th, but I pre-order it and the cheeky post office delivered it today.
A tiny little introduction for those who don't know what I'm talking about (but seriously, if you don't, what world do you live in?!). Made In The A.M. is One Direction's fifth album and they decided to release it just before they have a well-deserved break.
So, with no further ado, here is my song-by-song review.
WHAT A NICE WAY TO START YOUR FIFTH ALBUM, ONE DIRECTION. Setting the bar high since the very beginning. So, I know we were all anticipating this song with excitement because of the constant tweeting from Harry Styles. The cheeky lad kept giving out lyrics from this song in particular. And, I really thought it would be a slow and emotionally wrecking song. Yes, the lyrics are emotionally wrecking, but it’s not slow AT ALL. All of the vocals in this song are flawless, but I have to give it up to Harry in particular. And when the bass drops during the second verse, it gives me the chills. Oh, and the mixture of guitars, background vocals and violins makes me think a lot of Coldplay. Eeek.
Being the first single from this album, I’ve listened to this song ever since and I was buzzing when the music video was released because, come on, what other band in this world films a music video at the freaking NASA? Certainly, not all of them. This was our first chance to kind of know what to expect from their fifth album. I could easily tell that
Made In The AM would be different from wha they’ve done before, and I was right. Harry Styles’ riffs are on point, even when he sings them live- I’ve been there, trust me.
It’s been weeks since the music video came out and the feelings are still here. Being honest, this song was the one that made me more excited than ever for this album. I adore the transition between the first and the second part of the chorus. And I love the rawness going on during the bridge. I really, really, really, really like Niall’s voice here. There’s nothing I can say that will make justice to it, because it is truly
perfect.
I enjoy how every single instrument is slowly added into the song before we reach the first chorus. If you use earphones, it will be easier for you to notice this. Musically speaking, the transition between last two choruses is incredible!!!! And, once again, the voices are greatness.
My favorite thing about this song, and even Odette thought the same after the first time she listened to it, is the change we can listen from the verses to the chorus. I need to say that Louis voice is a lot more confident throughout the album in comparison to their previous work, and I couldn’t be happier. His high note in this one is SO on point.
Mr. Harry Styles tweeted about this song and he immediately made me want to listen to it. I was 100% that it would become my favorite track from this album - don’t ask why, the heart knows what it knows- and it came out to be true. This is my absolute favorite song from
Made In The A.M.. It’s a slow ballad, but it feels different from every other ballad these lads have ever come up with. The vocals alongside the piano and violins, give it some type of heart-swelling rawness (favorite word at the moment haha) and the lyrics are simply beautiful. I also love how the rhythm picks up during the bridge, goes back down during the chorus and then picks it up at the last part of the chorus. But then we have a fully raw ending. GAH. You can definitely tell this is my favorite one.
Background vocals are beautiful and adds up to the song in a great way. I dare to say that the verses are more “talked” than sung and it makes it very different from everything else. I really love the chorus and the vibe Harry’s raspy voice gives to it. It’s such a relaxing song, to be honest.
If there is a song in this whole album that you need to listen with your earphones on, THIS IS IT. Warning, you might get a little scared at the beginning haha, but it is just insane. I love the upbeat going on during the 3:33 minutes of this song. Such a catchy chorus and the
come ons being shouted are a dream. I find myself dancing and jamming out with this one. The bridge is the best part of it. No joke.
I live for Niall’s deep voice during the first line and the pre-chorus. Violins made quite a participation in this album and I couldn’t ask for more. This song has a very old school sound, specially during the bridge, and it sounds very posh. I like that.
The chorus literally makes me go like what a feeling. The whole song has a 60s vibe to it and I just cannot stop thinking about The Bee Gees when the chorus comes up. I am in love with the transition that goes from the verses to the chorus (yeah, I mentioned it for the 10x time), and later on, between the bridge and the first part of the last chorus. Lyrically, this is one of my faves.
This is the type of break up track that, just as the lyrics themselves say,
twist the knife over and over again. Louis Tomlinson, once again, sends shivers down my spine with his freaking high note in the bridge. The guitars sound crazy amazing!
- I Want To Write You A Song
The lyrics are simply beautiful and their voices sound angelically. No joke. Louis does it again and his raspy voice in the chorus makes my heart skip a beat. I particularly love the harmony between their voices and guitars are incredible.
Such a good tune to wrap the album (it’s not the last one if you buy the Deluxe Edition, though). They have said that this song is for their fans, and I couldn’t agree more. Even if the lyrics can be quite emotional, like every single song, its beat makes me want to dance and sing at the top of my lungs (maybe it’s because of all the good vibes the background vocals have and you can actually listen to people cheering). Just like
Act My Age from their album
Four, it made want to get drunk at an Irish pub and dance ridiculously. Nothing has changed.
And the bonus tracks, of course.
I’ve read a lot about this song being basically
No Control 2.0. It does have the same kind of theme, but personally the whole track is just waaaaaaaaay more mature; lyrics, voices, melody, everything. I love how the beat speeds up during the chorus as well. It also has the
Midnight Memories (the song) vibe that I was dying to hear again, that rock ‘n roll soul given by Harry Styles’ voice. This is also a very catchy tune.
I define this as a good-break up kind of song. Again, I totally love the lyrics. And once again, these guys keep having amazingly good transitions between the verses and the choruses. Not to mention that note in the bridge when Harry sings the line
just close your eyes and see (and it totally makes sense, right?), how he picks it up at the very end, is just on point. I know you know what I’m talking about (or you will).
This song has a soul and you can hear it. I want to praise the people behind the instruments; guitars, bass, drums, they are all perfect in this one. And, especially during the bridge. Hands down, people. Liam’s high notes in the bridge are amazing, but it’s no surprise as his notes are always perfect. I love how Harry’s voice sounds in the beginning of the last chorus, with nothing else but just the background vocals.
Favorite part of the song? When the bass makes an entrance in the chorus, because it gives depth to the whole track. I really like the lyrics as you can totally relate to them. Again, the voices sound excellent in this song. A nice way to end the Deluxe version of
Made In The A.M.
In a lot of recent interviews these guys have talked about how it is possible to see/hear the influence from their musical inspirations in this album and they were telling the absolute truth.
I know a lot of people who are not keen on the idea of listening to One Direction, simply because they were put out in the world as a pop boy band. If you are one of those and you’re reading this, give them a try. You will see that they have come a long way since their X Factor days and have evolved into amazingly talented musicians, singers and writers.
Now, if you love them as much as I do, I cannot put into words the emotions this album will make you feel with every single word, harmony, high note, chord.
In conclusion, Made In The A.M. is the living proof of Harry, Niall, Louis and Liam’s hard work and talent. They definitely set the bar even higher with this record and I truly hope this will make everyone take their music more seriously.
Hands down yo everyone who poured their hearts into the making of this new album, not only the boys from 1D, but everyone behind aka Julian Bunetta, Jamie Scott, Ed Drewett, John Ryan, Jacob Kasher, Johan Carlsson, Ross Golan and more (this are the names that popped in my mind, soz), your hard work is very much appreciated.
Thank you Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Louis Tomlinson and Liam Payne. As I am always tweeting/saying, thank you for doing what you love, loving what you do and making us extremely happy in the process. Cannot wait to see what the future will bring to you all.
I hope you like this review, I always love writing about things I’m passionate about. Let us know what you think and if you liked the album!
Au revoir.
