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 This Is What Turned Me On To Christian Music! August 20, 2008
D. Cowan (Henderson, NV USA)
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
I had listened to a few Christian artists in the past like Michael W. Smith, but had never really gotten into Christian until I heard Fransesca. Her vocals arent overglamourized, her music strikes a chord with me, especially her songs "forever" and "free to be me". Now Im getting into Natalie Grant, Third Day and the rest. Her CD cover has a great color scheme, she and her crew really seem to know what they are doing. I wish she had been on the scene earlier, or I had heard of her earlier, she's definitely 5 stars.
I'm Thankful for Amazon's Best Selling List March 14, 2009
Tom Carpenter (Marysville, OH)
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
I had never heard of Francesca Battistelli before I saw her here on the Amazon.com best seller list (in the top 100) for Christian music. I really enjoyed this CD. I'm torn for my favorite track between I'm Letting Go and Behind the Scenes.
I'm Letting Go deals with the issue of letting go of what I thought my life would or should be and accepting the true purpose for my life. It's not about giving up on dreams, but about getting hold on the positive dreams and eternal vision that God has for us.
Behind the Scenes tells the truth of our frailty. Similar in message to Casting Crowns' song titled Stained Glass Masquerade, this song reminds everyone that everyone is liek everyone else. There are no perfect saints. Our strength to overcome comes from our unity with one another.
The other tracks are also very uplifting. I find myself looping through the entire track list. Certainly, there are a few songs that may appeal to personalities different than my own, such as the title song My Paper Heart, but even it reminds us that the ripping experiences of life can show us the way to God regardless of our personality.
Great for a debut album.
Incredible singer/songwriter debut... February 25, 2009
Kate H. Brown (Orlando, FL USA)
3 out of 4 found this review helpful
I am so impressed with Francesca Battiistelli's debut album "My Paper Heart". From the opening song "Free to be Me" to the haunting closer "Time in Between" this new artist exhibits a depth and maturity that is rare in one so young. Every song has a positive life message that gives hope and lifts the spirit. Whether a Christian or not, the message is life-affirming and a ray of hope in a dark world. Her achingly soulful and smoky vocals are original and very fresh. I think she is a breath of fresh air in the Contemporary Christian music scene. By the way, she was just nominated for 5 Dove awards which is a record for a new artist. That should tell you something! Definitely get this album. You won't regret it!!!
Excellent upbeat Christian music October 15, 2008
D. Sugg (USA)
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
I have been following and listening to Christian music for over ten years and very into it in the last three. I stumbled upon My Paper Heart at the library. I want my own copy now. Her vocals and pop tempo lift my spirit the way rock and pop did in the eighties and nineties for me. Her lyrics are very relevant and I can personally relate. Hope to hear more from her soon.
Worth every penny! March 18, 2009
Janna R. Ryan (Nebraska)
I love this cd. It is rare to find a cd nowadays that is worth purchasing the entire thing - this is one of those rare cds. Francesca has a beautiful voice and such an eclectic style that there is a song on this album for everyone - and I do mean everyone! My six children all love this cd as well as myself, I've played songs for my mother and she loves them. I purchased 3 copies to give as gifts for my oldest daughters friends and will be buying more because it has been such a hit among her friends (12-14 age range).
The overwhelming favorite is "Free To Be Me", while the worship song "Beautiful, Beautiful" is a close 2nd. The rest of the songs are right in line behind them... this cd is worth every penny and I hope to hear a lot more from Francesca.
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