Let Go (2002)

wow, i love this cd and i recommend it to all music lovers and even if you never really thought much about music, i guarantee you will enjoy this cd. avril has the best voice i have ever heard and is the best song-writer because she sings from the heart. i think she is truly genuine and is here to stay. way to go, av.
 
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I have purchased many albums, but never one where I liked every single song on the album, that is before I purchased Avril's "let Go". This album is a must buy! Every single song is awesome! I listen to my cd everyday and I just can't seem to get tired of it. I cannot wait for her next album to come out later this year or early next year! I'm sure it'll be just as great as "Let Go". If you do not happen to own this GREAT album, you are missing out on so much!!! So hurry up and buy it!!!!!!
 
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Avril Lavigne is one the most talented artist to apppear in the music scene. Avril's lyric are unlike the prefiberciated lyrics of Britney Spears. The lyric comes from her heart, not from the mind of a pop writer like Max Martin. Plus these are not simply words coming from one's mouth, rather it is raw emotion that could be felt by anyone listening to her musical masterpieces. She is simply a musical artist that does not have to sell any parts of her body to make her point or to receive attention. Instead people will naturally respond to her music because of her down to earth lyrics that most people could relate to. Most people are turning away from the corporate made pop stars and turning theirs toward Avril Lavigne because it is time for a change. We need more orignial artists that know how to write their own music from their hearts. She will denfinely be a powerful force that the musical industry would not want to mess with.
 
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"Anything but Ordinary." A title of one of Avril Lavigne's songs, but also the theme for her life. A singer/songwriter/guitarist, Avril joins the wave of 'new music' along other artist such as Michelle Branch, John Mayer, and Alicia Keys, where the artist really is just that. On her debut 14 track CD, Avril writes or co-writes all of her songs in a mix of punk/rock/pop that beautifully works together to produce her own unique blend. Each one of Avril's songs is written with honesty and a point of view that anyone can relate to. In "I'm with You", Avril sings about feeling hopelessly alone, but ready for someone to join her heart. "Naked" is about feeling free around someone. A great voice, but most importantly, fantastic lyrics! Though "Complicated" is a big hit on the radio, one listen to this CD will let you know that Avril is no one hit wonder.
 
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To say that "Let Go" by newcomer Avril Lavigne is a good CD would be an understatement. I would have to call this the CD of the summer. There's no argument that "Complicated" is already the song of the summer. As wonderful a song as "Complicated" is, don't expect all of the songs on "Let Go" to be as breezy and light-hearted. "Losing Grip", "Mobile" and "Unwanted" are harder-edged, laced with rockin' guitars. Avril displays anger over loser boyfriends, and her ever-changing schedule that causes her to be shuffled from place to place. "Sk8ter Boi", a more punk-sounding song, fits perfectly with Avril's image as she sings "I'm just a girl/he's just a boy/can I make it anymore obvious/we are in love/haven't you heard/how we rock each other's world". It's a cute song about stereotypes and the prejudices people face daily. "I'm With You" and "Tomorrow", two of my personal favorites, prove that even the beautiful, tough Avril can be vulnerable. She displays raw emotion, hurt and confusion in these beautiful ballads. However, nobody does love songs like Avril Lavigne. It's about time people stopped singing "Oh baby baby"'s and actually captured what real love is like in the eyes of a teenager. "Things I'll Never Say", which may remind you of an Alanis-gone-country, is a cute song about wishing for more from a relationship but not being able to say it. "Naked" talks about learning to trust and open up; finding true love. This might just be my absolute favorite on the album. You can practically feel Avril's emotions through the music and her vocals. Beautiful song. Of course, the album would not be complete without "Nobody's Fool", "Anything But Ordinary" and "My World". Avril makes an adorable attempt to rap in "Nobody's Fool". These three songs are about her life growing up, and what defines her. I think every teenager can relate to "Anything But Ordinary". All in all, Avril's CD receives five stars from me. Since I bought "Let Go" on the day of it's release, it hasn't left my CD player. I suggest everyone go pick up a copy and you'll be shocked out of your mind by this young girl from Napanee, Ontario, Canada, with the big voice and the old soul.
 
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Avril Lavigne's debut CD is the year's best release thus far. Showcasing the talented 17 year old's immense lyrical range and talent, 'Let Go' offers a variety of music that spreads from peppy punk in "Sk8er Boi" and "My World", to inspired irritation in "Unwanted" and "Losing Grip", to the soft soothing notes of "I'm With You" and "Naked". Featuring 13 tracks of purely inspired music, each one written by Avril herself, 'Let Go' is a CD that belongs in every collection.
 
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Avril Lavigne’s album “Let Go” is defiantly a blast. It deals with the topics that every teenager could relate to. Her first single “Complicated” talks about how teenagers try to be someone else and not be true to themselves to be liked and accepted. Her song “sk8er boi” talks about the same topic but she learns it is a mistake. The song also teaches you to be open minded and don’t judge people by their appearances when many teenagers realize when it’s too late or after they suffered from experiences. Most of her songs teach you good lessons on life and to be whom you are and have fun. Her album is defiantly awesome and it will sweep you away. You will listen to it over and over again. It is also good when you are in a bad mood because when you turn on her music, you seem to forget everything that is bothering you and will help you get through them. There is no reason why you shouldn’t buy the album and I am positive that you will like it.
 
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Fresh picked from small town Napanee, Ontario and thrown live and kicking into the music biz is a young girl full of spunk and originality, Avril Lavigne. Her killer debut “Let Go” came out June 4th and has been climbing the charts ever since with her impressive first single “Complicated”. Avril’s real and down to earth lyrics have been inspiring and enlivening people both young and old. The songs are full of feeling and kick-ass musical style. “Anything But Ordinary”, a song that completely describes this young musical sensation, also gives hope to those who are different and want to keep it that way. “Sk8er boi” is a song about looking below the surface and the after effects if you choose not to do so. Then there is her lighter side. Ballads like “I’m With You”, “Too Much Too Ask” and “ Things I’ll Never Say” deal with the crushes, wonder and bewilderment of her life. She is unique and many salute her for it. In this world where fads are overpowering, cliques are uncontrollable and popularity is more important than ever seeing someone break out of the shell is a ray of hope for those of us striving for the difference. Avril knows the importance of her rare qualities. She also knows that she wants to have her enthusiastic youthful self untouched by press and media, her rebellious punk rock element secure, and her emotional side held together in order to gain success and will never want to bought or sold as anything other than herself. Avril’s extensive vocal range has taken her great lengths and will bring her many more, but her unlimited musical styles, originality and wicked guitar inflamed tunes will make her journey a lot easier. Her attitude has made a permanent imprint on her listeners well. Very unlike her predecessors of pop she has an original sound entirely different to the technique of pop. She has a punk core, and alternative roots which brings up the question why she is considered pop at all but if you read the fine print it will come up somewhere. With her pop sprinkled here and there like it is, this is one skater sundae that’s hard to not like. So she will keep her tom-boy ways and lovable defiant traits, (not that anyone’s complaining) and she will gain for herself musical experience that will grant her a lasting impression on mankind.
 
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Avrils new cd rules i listen to it from the time i get up till the time i go to bed it starts my day off right and puts me in a great mood! avril is my role model and i wish her the best of luck in the near future GOOD LUCK AVRIL :)
 
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This album start to finish has got one of the greatest sounding and arrangement of songs. If you listen to the album beginning to end, its like she's telling a story. I have to say... if you have an extra 15 bucks or so... GO GET THIS ALBUM!! Its definetely worth the money and worth your time to listen. "Losing Grip" has got a great feeling in the song, so does "I'm With You". Each song has its own individuality and no one out there today can come close to that.
 
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After my recent reluctance to purchase the Avril Lavigne CD "Let Go" based solely on the single "Complicated" was overcome, I broke down and purchased it at my local record store. It was well worth the money paid. The album starts of with the surprisingly heavy-edged "Losing Grip" and is a roller coaster ride from that point. This is a refreshingly adult sounding album coming from a 17 year old self professed skater punk. Although far from punk, Avril does convey the rock attitude so welcome in todays music world of 'boy bands' and pre-fab female artists. While the lyrics are simply Avril's attempt to prove how independant and unique she is, the catchy melodies more than make up for it. This is one well produced album that the record company was wise to spend the extra studio budget on. The slick guitar riffs and polished music sounds great on any sound system, from the slow melencholy songs to the "pedal-to-the-metal" rockers. If Avril tours constantly and can shed any perception as a studio creation, I see nothing but a bright future. With artists such as Alanis Morrisette and Label-mate Pink having paved the way, there is no reason Avril Lavigne can't join them in the upper eschelon of female rock artists.
 
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Avril is the most talented singer/songwriter I have heared in a long time. Her whole entire CD is great and its very inspiring!
 
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This cd is so awesome! Avril is taking the music world by storm. She is a young, confident, and extremely talented. Her music is straight from her heart so teens can easily relate to it. Avril’s sk8ter punk look and sound is a refreshing change from the pop princesses like Britney and Christina. Avril is happy with herself and doesn't have to dress in skimpy clothing and flaunt herself as the pop princesses do. Avril sums up her attitude on the enhanced part of her cd when she states,"If you don't like me for who I am, then you don't like me for who I am, and all you're gonna get...is who I am". Avril’s powerful voice and creative lyrics are so addictive. It basically entrances the listener. Avril describes real things that have happened in her life and that most likely have happened in any teen’s like people being fake, wanting to live life to it's fullest and be anything but ordinary, bad boyfriends, and even love. In Complicated she refers to people in life who are fake. Mobile is basically the story of Avril’s transition to becoming the star she is by having to pack up and move to NY. Avril’s song Anything But Ordinary definitely describes her. She is who she is and doesn’t care if people like it or not. She said in an interview that she will not be like Britney and change her image so that people will like her. Let Go is also an enhanced cd, which makes it even better. This allows you to view the video to Complicated and even a day in the life with Avril. This was so cool to me. It allowed me, as a fan, to see the real Avril and see that she is truly a down to earth teenager. She is truly an inspiration and deserves the respect of the music industry and her fans. She is a role model for her fans as well. So, I highly recommend this cd to any and all teens and hey adults, you might even like it too. Avril has created a whole new sound and she says best when she says that she would describe her music is “Avril Lavigne”. Rock on Avril!!!
 
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Avril Lavignes newest debut album, 'Let Go' hit the stores June 4th. All her songs are excellent. You can listen to all of them over and over and not get tired of them. Avril Lavigne is an amazing young singer. She sings, plays guitar, and writes her own music. She does a darn good job or writing, the songs come from her heart/emotions. Avril really expresses herself through her music. I'm for sure that Avril will be around for quite a long while. She is so talented. She is my idol. My favorite singer. She is an extrodinary person. It seems hard to be 17 and in the music business, but not for Avril. She seems to have a blast with what she's doing. Keep up the great work, Avril, I love you!
 
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I have recently been going through a really tough time in my life. One i thought i wouldnt be able to overcome. but avril lavigne's album has not only inspired me to move on, but to think of what a day would be like with out anything you own, like your bed, a house, or even your friends. sounds rough huh? you shouldn't take anything for granted, life is a very beutiful thing, and this album can be an inspiration to anyone who has gone through a little bump in the road, to just keep driving.
 
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Avril has a great voice, can actually play an instrument and is very easy on the eyes to boot! What a refreshing change in these days of manufactured pop stars... Finally, someone who actually has some range in her voice and can craft songs you want to sing along to. Tracks I especially liked: Losing Grip, Complicated, Mobile, Unwanted, Too Much To Ask... Take a listen, you won't be diasappointed!
 
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Avril is the new savior of the world!! She has brought her edgy, yet very realistic views onto our bland music scene and changed the criteria forever. After listening to this album you will never look at music the same way again. She shows us her soul in return for buying her album. She has rock n' roll songs like "Sk8er Boi", "Unwanted", "Losing Grip", and "Complicated". But at the same time she balance the act with "I'm With You", "Tomorrow", and "Things I'll Never Say". She definitely has her own personality reflected in this album and not that of a record producer or songwriter. Let me just say this she takes creative control and nobody better get in her way!!!
 
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Avril Is an amazing artist and she rocked the charts and still is!!when she was new she just jumped right in with Eminem and Nelly. She stands out from all the other artists because she is soooooooooo good and her CD is too! There is not one bad song!! TRUST ME THERE ISN'T! She topped the charts with her CD and her hit single "Complicated"! I can not go a day with out listening to her CD! And when I do listen to her CD I can't take it out of CD player. Out of all her 12 songs there isn't one don't want to listen to! Her songs are thing relate to in some way. And since she wrote them its cool because its like I can relate to my faveorite singer AVRIL LEVIGNE! SHe rocks and so does her CD. Her next single I am positive is gonna be a huge hit because there is not one bad song! Her songs are all great and she really rocks! and she will not ever stop rocking CD players around the USA and CAN! It's really cool knowing that she wrote her song because that shows how involved she is with her CD and Her music. She just like everyone else and isn't stuck up like some other artists (.....BRITNEY!) she is spontaneous and like to have fun (like me!!)lol. The first day I got her CD I was like totally hiped becasue I have never in my whole life heard or seen such a great artist I got it the first day it was released and have listened to it ever since! She rocks and her CD it the best!! Avril is a great and inspiring young artist and I think mostly everyone can relate to (and that makes it even better!) And thats why her and her CD ROCKs!!! ROCK ON SK8TER GIRL AND KEEP THE HITS COMING . GOOD LUCK AVRIL!!
 
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If you don't already know who Avril Lavigne is let me tell you a little about her.She is a 17 year old canadian who has the best voice in the world.She enjoys hunting and camping out{so i've heard}.She also has a lot of spunk when it comes to writing songs.If you really listen to what she has to say in her songs you might relate to a lot of them.In my opinion this CD is probably more layed back than a lot of other ones.What I'm trying to get to is that if you don't have this CD already you seriously are missing out!
 
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I think that Avril and the whole band rock. It's about time they found a group like this with that kind of style. You don't find many bands out there that a have a chick jammin' out on the guitar and rockin' the mic. Avril’s got talent. She’s got the look, the style and the personality. This one’s going all the way! And it’s not going to be one of those “come and go” bands. This band's in success...keep rockin' on and keep up the good work.
 
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American music is good, but we've struck gold again from a country called Canada. Like Nickelback, teen punk-rock singer and songwriter Avril Lavigne rules over shows such as MTV, VH1, and takes over thousands of cable boxes nationwide. A triumphant voice-no squeekes in between like your sister's clarinet practice, clear meaning-not like your baby brother in the middleof discussing yesterday's Blue's Clues, a looks not only a mother could love, but looks every teen guy in America could too! If you haven't heard good music lately, if not any, then you definately have got to get out there, purchase "Let Go", and share some of today's BEST Punk/Alternative music out there!
 
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It’s 2002. A charismatic, tie-wearing, guitar-smashing 17-year old called Avril Lavigne turns up on MTV and people aren’t quite sure what to make of her. Is she a stereotype, a teenage pop icon for the 21st century? A mere Britney with a guitar? Or is she full-on skater-punk, with genuine musical talent and a voice to match? “Let Go”, her debut album, clearly suggests the latter. In my view, its release comes at a time when many contemporary artists struggle to fill an album with anything more than mediocre material, most of which is unable to stand up next to the one or two stand-out tracks they have released as singles. Not Avril. An eclectic mix of pop, rock and punk, “Let Go” is clever, well written and sharp, and at no time does it show the all-too familiar signs of lack of imagination. Every song is worthy of release, meaning that the “skip” button on my CD player has become temporarily redundant! The balance on “Let Go” is just perfect. Whilst the opening song, wailing rock track “Losing Grip”, will send shivers up the spine of any self-respecting music fan, the guitar-driven “Sk8r Boi” (somewhat reminiscent of No Doubt in their bizarre ‘Return of Saturn’ days) will have them singing along and smiling at the simplicity of it’s hidden message. The incredibly catchy “Things I’ll Never Say” sees Avril yearning for the simple things in life, such as marriage, whilst the equally infectious “Anything But Ordinary” documents her desire to stand out from the crowd and live life to the fullest. Although it is inappropriate to attempt to generalise such a topically diverse collection of songs, I am still going to try. “Let Go” is all about living, loving, about having fun and, most importantly, about being yourself. This is perhaps most aptly illustrated by the witty and captivating debut single, “Complicated”, and my personal favourite, the particularly likeable “My World”. It all draws to a close with two brilliantly written songs: the haunting “Too Much To Ask” and the emotive “Naked”, and there you have it - an album that is different, moving and great fun to listen to. Hardcore punk “Let Go” is not. But there is no question that Avril Lavigne is bound to become idol to thousands of teenaged skater-punks searching for a tune as well as a message amongst all that noise. Flawless.
 
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Avril Lavigne shows us that age knows no boundaries with her debut album "Let Go". She makes us think, "what were we doing when we were 17?" Unlike many singers out there these days, Avril writes her own songs, and very well at that. Her songs have versatility, and her lyrics show us that she isn't afraid to say what's on her mind. Saying Avril is "pop-punk" would be doing her an injustice. There are so many different styles of music on her album it would be impossible to fit her into one genre alone. There is some hard rock; Losing Grip, Unwanted, pop rock; Mobile, Complicated, and even a rap-like song; Nobody's Fool. It's no wonder her fan base is so strong and still growing. Be a part of that fan base. If you don't have this album yet, get it NOW. NOW!
 
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Review Letting go of of Avril Lavigne's single, 'Complicated', should be difficult with its heartfelt lyrics and tune. In fact, Lavigne's cd entitled, 'Avril Lavigne.Let Go' takes a somewhat fresh take on relationships, so 'chill out whatcha yelling for, lay back it's all been done before'--except in this case, this new artist paints a poignant picture for an audience. For some, Avril's songs delve deep into the unconscious of people, sinking into their soul. Her voice is worn by her, with lyrics that tug at listeners who are interested in her vibe. "I'm With You", a strong ballad, sweeps emotions as Lavigne's talented voice and written lyrics take you by the hand, taking you somewhere new--probably her world. In fact, "My World", seems almost like a vague biography whose beat takes a faster pace, along with its verses that flow. This 'punk/rocker chick' is anything but ordinary, she's just herself, with a trademark tie and tanktop, her comfy clothes suit her well. Yet, she manages to bare her soul, while singing songs such as "Naked", getting under the skin of others with a simple chorus. Definately, her roots and experience have brought success that has taken her this far in her career. A past in singing gospel music at church, competing in festivals and contests have given her a backbone to step up, being nobody's fool. It's difficult to define who or what she is, because in truth, she is just Avril doing her thing, and her thing or essence is what she wears. Jamming, playing the guitar, singing and writing since she was young, gives her room to explore and bring herself to music scene, joining other artists such as Alanis Morrissette, Michelle Branch and Vanessa Carlton. Credit to such a successful cd and hit single that has climbed the charts also belong to Lavigne's band mates. Even Evan Taubenfeld (Guitars), Matthew Brann (Drums) and Mark Spicoluk (Bass) add an intensity, flowing with all the songs on the CD. Their gift of song captivates and completes each track--a perfect backdrop for an awesome voice and artist that rocks and has the potential to grow and change, the mobile, she is--honest, wild, calm and free. Indeed, Avril and her album say, "I'm gonna dress what's me, I'm gonna act what's me and I'm gonna sing what's me." And that's exactly what you're going to get from this CD, it's not that complicated.
 
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Avril Lavigne's cd is the cd that I can relate to the most. Avril expresses through words what a teenager feels in very difficult times, and that is a very hard thing to accomplish. She has taken the words out of my head and written them down on paper, it's almost as if that she is reading the mind of every single teenager. The album is radio friendly while having some very edgy tunes, the hardest most likely being "Unwanted". The cd is very diverse from edgier tunes to more pop like tunes. It is an inspirational thing to know that a young teenager could accomplish so much and write her intire album and take some control in the music industry without being half undressed. She brings forth a good message to all the younger children that you do not have to walk around in a bra to make it in the music industry and to be talented. She also sheds some hope to the teenagers that think that it is impossible to get a record deal, because she is living breathing proof that you can be young and still get a deal if you are determined enough to find it. This album is one were you can listen to, to get you through hard times or to just put on and sing to at the top of your lungs. I hope to see more of this new comer and desperately hoping that she comes to tour around this area. She is an inspiration and shouldn't be sold short because of her punk/sk8er apearance or her youth. A totally awesome cd for a totally awesome new comer.
 
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This album is great. She's cute, original, and talented. I really couldn't pick a favorite song. But if I had to it would be #8 Anything But Ordinary. Plus she reminds me of myself. Enjoy.
 
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this cd is the greatest cd ever i want to hear more from her and hear more of her on the radio bt other than that she is the greatest and way better that britney she has less of the girly edge ans more punk than britney and i like that is makes her really kool.
 
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Anything But Ordinary. Those 3 words describe the 17 year old singer,Avril Lavigne and her 13 amzing songs. As you listen to the music, you start to see you're hearing real life experiences that she has gone through and possibly could still be. What to look in a album? Real stuff by a real person with a real talent? If thats what you're seeking,you've found out! Her songs revolve around real life issues like loves,thoughts,feelings. For an example, "Naked" resembles to a gurl (which in this case,Avril) that realizes she can open up to someone more than other- "I'm trying to remember, why i was afraid to be myself and let the covers falls away,i guess i never had soemone like you,to help me fit in my skin". She basically takes you on a journey through her voice and you can relate to whats shes talking to cos you,yourself,probly have gone thru the same. I myself can relate to Losing Grip most of all. If you dont want crappy music *cough* britney spears *cough*, and want a piece of amazing work from an incredible person *cough* avril lavigne *cough*.. I strongly suggest u buy "Let Go". Thank you! and to all you Avril Fans-U KICK ASS!!!
 
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Wow! That’s the first thing that goes through your mind after listening to ‘Let Go’ by Avril Lavigne. The album is in a word extra-ordinary! From the moment the full power of her voice is let loose during the chorus of the opening track ‘Losing Grip’ to the intensely personal concluding song ‘Naked’ you are allowed into the life and mind of a young, and incredibly talented, singer/songwriter. For those out there who have prerequisites for so called ‘good’ artists… Yes she does write her own songs… Yes she can play the guitar… and Yes that is her own voice. (Note to all Britney fans: This is pure talent… not miming!!) She is by far the best new artist of 2002. At just 17-years-old we can only expect more from this young female artist. While there has been a wave of new female artists recently, Avril stands out well above them. Her amazing voice coupled with her simple, yet elegant songs should be more than enough to convince you that Avril is the ‘real deal.’ Once you first listen to ‘Let Go’ you will have a hard time dragging yourself away from it. You have to play it over and over again. It is addictive. It is brilliant. It is Avril Lavigne!
 
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This album is amazing, it's rare that you can listen to a whole cd through without skipping a track. Starting with the awesome some 'Losing Grip' with it's meaningful lyrics pulls you in, but it gets better. Avril has a wide variety of music, and it amazingly talented in every area. The world was surely blown away with her first hit off of Let go.."Complicated", with it's melow tune, bringing in many new fans, me being one of those, and sure can be meaningful to a lot of teens today, letting them know it's okay to be themselves. I think she proves a lot with this CD, you can't exaclt classify her music..from the 'Pop-like' 'My World', to 'punk' tunes of 'Skater Boi', and accoustics in 'Tomorrow' and 'Too much to ask', you can't help but be blown away by her amazing originality, she definately states that she's not 'Nobody's Fool', because this girl is surely 'Anything but Ordinary'. She is truly inspirational, being only 17, with this amazing talent, and putting herself out there for the world, I know we will be seeing many great things out of this artist in the future, I would DEFINATELY recommend buying this CD! Buy it today and be blown away! Watch out world, here comes Avril Lavigne!!!
 
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Avril's Cd can be enjoyed by everyone because all her songs relate to real life situations. Her lyrics are a rare type because very few artists write their own songs and even if they do not all of them are written from the heart and have true meaning. Seeing that Avril's favorite Cd (as is mine) is "Jagged Little Pill" by Alanis Morisette we can see how the unique style of her writing comes about because alanis does the same thing original lyrics from the heart that everyone can relate to.....avril doesnt only share the relationships part of her life but just how she feels inside! One of my favorite songs is "I'm With You" because i think everyone feels like that at some time or another....what i got from the songs is waiting for someone to come into your life even though u dont't know who they are but you're with them and everyone has a fantasy boy/girl!!!! Well in conclusion to my review i just gotta say AVRIL LAVIGNE is AWESOME i recommend this Cd to everyone i know and although her first CD just came out i know the whole CD by heart and i just can't wait for her second album to come out!!!!!!!!
 
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Everyone should definitely go get a copy of Avril Lavigne’s “Let Go.” It has everything anyone could want…from the punk sound of “Sk8er Boi,” to the mellow mood of “I’m With You” and “Naked,” and even to the smooth rap flow of “Nobody’s Fool.” This album fulfills everyone’s need for downright “wicked cool” music. Avril is definitely an inspiration for people of all ages. Her uplifting music and positive messages allows us all to know that were not alone in our struggles through life. Its nice and refreshing to hear lyrics that aren’t the typical bubble gum pops, such as Britney Spears and N’sync. The words have genuine soul and meaning. All I can say is don’t blink, because this superstar is rising to the top whether we’re ready for it or not!
 
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This album is the example of how a cd must be, its has to be original and so far away from ordinary songs.... Avril has made it,and honestly i must say this is the best cd i had ever bought, in every song of the album you can feel everyword, every sound ..... this is a cd that u must not just listen but feel it ....well.. what more can i say??....
 
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The thing that really made me like Avril was that she was herself all the way. She didn't care if people liked her that much only if she got her message out to people. She is a skater/punk and totally cool! It is so nice to have someone who won't wear skimpy outfits and get implants just to be "cool." I really like the music. She has rock in it but still shows her feminine side. I think of myself as like her. Everyone at school may make fun of the music I listen to, the clothes I wear, but I don't care. I really like her style too! The tie with wifebeater is totally awesome! If she gets really famous...I am sure she won't change just because she is famous. Also, if I hear any preppy people saying how much they like her I will just say, "Listen to her lyrics!" Because...in "Complicated," one line she says..."Take off all your preppy clothes!" I mean COME ON!!!haha. Well, Avril Lavigne is my hero practically. She does what she loves, not just what other people want her to do
 
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Have you ever noticed that when you are in a certain mood that you want to listen to a certain kind of music? Avril Lavigne's CD "Let Go" is an awesome piece of work that has songs for when you're mad, happy, bummed about your break up...etc. The awesome part about these songs are that they are all written and preformed by the 17 year old Avril who is nothing short of a musical prodigy. Also, I wouldn't be surprised to see every single one of her songs on the radio sooner or later. However, instead of waiting to hear them there, go buy the CD already!
 
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Hey, Avrils new cd is awsome!! I spent all day when i first got it listining to it over and over!!! Its fun to dance to and to just hang out and listin to. She is a great singer!! She is the best girl punk singer ive heard in a long time. I love her style and her look too. Its so awsome i just cant "let go"!!! Lol, all in all avrils new cd should always be #1 and its fun, cool, great, and an unduscribibly awsome cd! Thanx for making it avril!
 
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this album is one of the best albums ive ever heard.. i could really relate to the things Avril sing about like her song complicated.. which is about how ppl have to act liek someone else to be liked.. but ya you will surely like this album and you wont be able to stop listening to it.. it makes me happy when im down and it helps me with my stress.. it also talks about how you shouldnt judge ppl by looks in the song sk8er boi.. there is no reason why you shouldnt buy this album :) trust me.. it's Great! :)
 
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A Canadian born skater punk prodigy, who's here to show the world that there's more to female singers than pop, singing Britneys. This 17-year-old, is defintely a one of a kind. With her off the edge vocals, impressive lyrics, and rock punk sound. Avril Lavigne is anything but ordinary. Hit songs like "Complicated" "Sk8tr Boi" and "Losing Grip" are just a few songs on her debut album "Let Go" that have thousands of females everywhere wanting to be like her, and thousands of males, wanting a girl like her. So move over Britney! Here comes Avril!
 
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I bought Avril's cd the first day it came out. I immediatly fell in love with it, and I'm very happy that I bought it. It has a taste of everything on it, and I think that's what's gonna make it a big hit. It appeals to everyone in some way. Even my mum borrowed my cd, and she loves it too. It's got some pop,rock,folk and even a pinch of country on it. Avril wrote all of the songs on the cd also. She's a great role model for young girls everywhere. She doesnt want to be like everyone else, and she's just herself. I think thats a great role model for everyone. She's not fake like Britney Spears or Christina Aguilera, and she doesnt mind either. She proves that anyone can do anything.
 
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This was a great CD. I enjoyed all of the songs and I think that most of were really meaningfull. The music was great and Avril has an outstanding voice. There is a great variety of music types which is what makes her music so enjoyable for everyone. Avril is an outstanding singer and has an outstanding CD that I think you should check out!
 
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Avril Lavigne is the current best female rock/punk artist out there. I highly recommend her CD, "Let Go" because it is what i call REAL music, it comes from her soul, and flows out with her beautiful voice. Whether her songs are playful, serious, or sarcastic, Avril Lavigne has the power to caputre everyone with her music, and her CD is a type that anyone would enjoy. Avril might be new now, but one day everyone will recognize her as talented, and appreciate her uniqueness in her style and attitude. Go Avril. So if you're tired of the same old, try "Let Go". I guarantee you won't be able to let go once you hear her music.
 
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The debut album "Let Go" from Avril Lavigne is now in stores all over the nation. When I first heard her name, I thought something that was probably in the minds of countless others: "Who?" Then, after I was informed, I had another thought: "Oh, great, another pop chick singer." There's something different about "Let Go." There's actually emotion and feeling behind the lyrics, written by Avril Lavigne herself. All too often, I hear songs with mushy lyrics that are just playing to make money off of soft-hearted people. The songs in "Let Go" have a realism to it, they aren't empty words. The only way to describe them is raw, emotional, and real. You can feel that these lyrics are straight from Avril's heart. That's what impacts me most about this album. Of course, Avril Lavigne's fantastic vocal ability doesn't hurt.... The songs, themselves, have life not only in the words, but in the music performed by Avril's band, and even she herself accompanies with her own guitar-playing. The first radio single off of "Let Go" is called "Complicated," and it's currently climbing the charts to the top. Of course, it has good reason to. "Complicated" isn't just catchy, it has staying power, as do other tracks on this CD. This particular selection is a great tune with an acoustic feel. Several other songs from "Let Go" really stand out in my mind. Songs like "Losing Grip," "Unwanted," and "Mobile" are my main CD picks. They are a bit more rockin' and the lyrics are especially emotional and grabbing (which is common trend through the entire CD). Another track, aptly titled "Sk8r Boi" is fun, fast-paced, "punk" style tune featuring a great story about a guy and a girl who are complete opposites, but meant for each other, while songs like "I'm With You," "Naked" and "Things I'll Never Say" not only are powerful, revealing the emotional vunerability of people in love as well as display Avril's maturity, with some of the most powerful lyrics I've heard in my short career of songwriting, they show the true ability of Avril's amazing voice, too. So to recap, Avril Lavigne's full length debut album "Let Go" covers all the bases, with taste. Great singing, great lyrics combines to equal a great CD that is worth buying. Unlike pop singers from the recent years who are known for their image, Avril Lavigne is quite different in her focus, the songs reach out. Without hype, without image, just raw music. With this album being her first and only being 17, you know she's in store for a great musical career.
 
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Now that you know how to say it, spread the word! Because a new star is born! Before I get right to the review, all I can say is GET-THE-CD! I found that this album will appeal to all music lovers. It has a little something for everybody. <p> It all started with an infectious tune that was played on the radio one sunny June morning. "Complicated" said the radio DJ. I didn't really catch the singer's name but I was hooked. Did a little researching on the net and found out that this rising star actually writes her own songs! WOWZER! I immediately went to the nearest record store to get her album. I HAD to get it. <p> As a lover of Alternative music, I was suprised to find that her music actually suits my taste.. Her kinda singing actually reminds me of Alanis Morrissette during her "Jagged Little Pill" days. But wait a sec! Fast forward to the next song. What's this! A nice ballad! Hmm, I wonder what else is in store for me. All the time I was thinking, "What a nice voice she has.. She'll go far.." Then the tempo ups to a grunge-like beat and there I was, bobbing my head up and down to the song. I didn't even have to finish testing the rest of the CD. I knew I'd like it. <p> Bottom line is GET-THE-CD!(If you didn't already get the idea) It's a GREAT album. Avril Lavigne is definitely NOT gonna be a one hit wonder. You won't regret buying it!
 
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This Anything But Ordinary 17 year old pop/punk singer has made it to the top. Avril Lavigne from Napanee, Ontario has made it from being in the church quoir to annoying her family with her music in a small town with a population of 5,000 to being a now World-Wide known artist. Her album Let Go debuted June 4, 2002 andhas sold a shockingly amount of CD's. Avril has incredible talent.l She plays the guitar and has a crystal clear voice. She has come a long way and now has her time to shine. Not one song on her album Let Go is bad. She puts as much heart and talent into every song. Many of you are probably familiar with the single *Complicated*. If you are not satisfied with that single, please look into listening to her other songs. TRUST ME there is not one bad song on that ENTIRE CD!!! Let Go includes the songs- 1-Losing Grip 2-Complicated 3-Sk8er Boi 4-I'm With You 5-Mobile 6-Unwanted 7-Tomorrow 8-Anything But Ordinary 9-Things I'll Never Say 10-My World 11-Nobody's Fool 12-Too Much To Ask 13-Naked Her music can really inspire you or it may not. But it doesn't hurt to listen to some!! I know that she is the best. And i know that 17,000 of us on her e-team SUPPORT the spreading of info on this once again Anything But Ordinary Artist Avril Lavigne. So all I can say now is, BUY HER CD *LET GO* NOW ON SALE AT YOUR LOCAL MUSIC STORE!
 
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I just have to say that Avril Lavigne is one of the most talented artists I have ever heard. Her words in her music are so meaningful, that when you hear her songs, you can understand what she was going through at the time. I picked up her cd a few days ago, and I have to say that I was very pleased with it. She really let her feelings out in her songs, and that's what I love about her. She's not afraid to show her true feelings. When I heard "Losing Grip," the first song, it blew me away! It was the perfect opening song for her cd, and I could really relate to it. The songs that I really loved were "I'm With You," and "Things I'll Never Say." "I'm With You," was more of a mellow, but powerful song, and "Things I'll Never Say" was a feel-good song that made me want to sing along. Another song that I liked was "Nobody's fool." It showed that Avril is real and she's not going to let anyone change that. This cd is really amazing and I strongly suggest that everyone who likes pop/rock, or wants a cd that has meaningful songs, get this cd, because if you don't, you'll be missing out on an amazing cd! You won't disappointed!
 
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How many 16 year old females can say they experienced writing their own music and letting the whole world hear it? Not many. Avril Lavigne is an amazing artist who has accomplished those things and so much more. Her debut album "Let Go" is total proof of that. The tracks on her album range from spunky, carefree, and in your face songs to slow ballads. Avril's songs were not pre written for any artist who comes along. They are genuinely truthful and represent everything that Avril believes in. Avril definitely tells it like it is. One thing is for sure...if u put a voice like Avril's to songs like "Losing Grip" and "Tomorrow," you will definitely feel exactly what Avril is all about...Being REAL!
 
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Avril Lavigne's debut CD, "Let Go" has been selling off the hook since it's release date of June 4th, 2002. Her CD features the #1 hit, "Complicated" which has topped both Canadian, and American music charts. The CD has reached #5 on Billboard charts, after only 3 weeks of release. "Let Go" has variety of moods in every song, almost like Avril took the whole CD out of her diary. Songs like "Naked" and "I'm With You" show the deep side of this 17-year-old punk from Napanee, Ontario. Tracks such as "Losing Grip", and "Unwanted" lets the listeners more into Avril's personal life, loud and clear. This angsty girl has a lot of gut and emotion. One of the more bounce along, jump around songs on the album is "Sk8er Boi". This one is about how a girl turned down a 'boi' because of the way he dressed, and Avril claims the boy and rubs it in the snobby girls face. Harsh, but true. That just shows how kick-ass this girl can get. The track, "Mobile" is about how she has to pack up, and leave all of her friends. "Everywhere I go, I am Mobile" she sings, putting it lightly. Avril, who is only 17... co-wrote all of the songs off of this 13 track CD. "Let Go" also includes an Enhanced feature, which includes a bonus track, EPK, and the video for "Complicated". This CD is full of surprises. Rap, punk, the list goes on... Avril is here to stay, and this is only the beginning. Pick up your copy of "Let Go" today.
 
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Avril, I can't let go of your CD! This CD has definetly got more potential then any other C.D I've ever purchased, It has great lyrics, Great music, and it just rocks! For someone so young and Small, this CD is Huge. Avril Lavigne makes me pick up my guitar and just rock out. I look up to her and respect her lyrics and totally feel in touch with everything she says! She is my role model and I think that she makes everyone realise who they really are, and that, you don't have to be little miss glamour queen to hit it big in the music buisness! CONGRATS AVRIL! THIS CD KICKS SOME MAJOR @$$!!!! WE LOVE YA TONS! KEEP IT UP AND DON'T LET GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 
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Review Submissions contest: Avril Lavigne's CD "Let Go" is one of the best CDs I have ever owned. All of her song's on this CD are true to her, life and society in general. I think that the past few years music has lost it's true sense of style. It's all about ridiculous subjects that corrupt young boys and girls around the world. I consider Avril's music almost as a savior. Saving music as a whole. Maybe once she becomes as world wide as artists such as Britney Spears, younger children will begin to listen to genuine music, Avril's music. Maybe artists will begin to change the way they write and perform their music also. Starting by showing more respect for themselves and respect to what they are writing/Performing. There are many stereotypes against different peoples' styles, including skater style. I personally don't judge anyone by their style..but many do. She keeps her style alive. I've read that at many of her photo shoots the stylists want to do her hair, makeup and clothing the way THEY want it, but Avril fights them about it and she makes them do her hair and makeup the way SHE wants it. She even brings in her OWN clothes to keep her true image alive. It's very inspiring about how she is a fighter. Maybe her album will change the way people look at eachother. Instead of judging someone by the way they dress, they will judge them by the personalities that they have. This is a very inspiring CD for me. Alot of her songs relate to what's happening in my life, and I believe that this CD relates to MANY teenagers around the world. Songs such as "Losing Grip", and "Unwanted" are all about rejection, either by her peers who judge her the wrong way, or rejection by somebody she loved. Many teenagers experience things such as this. "Skater Boi" is a song about the stereotypical "preppy" girl who turned down a "skater" boy all because her friends didn't like the way he dressed. In the end, he became famous. The girl was alone with a baby, she ended up going to his concert realizing what she missed out on and what she could of had if she hadn't been so shallow. "Complicated" is a song about being yourself no matter what. It's about how people are fake. For example, you can be with that person alone, and you like to hang out with them, but once some of their other friends come along they have to act as if they are a totally different person, putting on a facade just to impress those who are around them, even if you like them for who they really are. It just makes their lives more "Complicated". "Anything But Ordinary" is a song about how you need to look at life in a different perspective, do crazy things, act what you feel or you won't be truly living. If you are ordinary or normal, life would be boring. Everyone would be the same and the world would be dull. Experience life to it's fullest, and be anything but ordinary. "Nobody's Fool" is about how she will always stay real to herself no matter what happens. She won't change for anyone and become somebody's "fool". She wants people to see her for the real her with whatever she wears, however she acts, ect. "Things I'll Never Say" is a song about how she wishes she could say things to the person she loves, but just can't in fear of not being perfect in their eyes. And if she said the things she just couldn't say to them, she's afraid they might drift away. "Too Much To Ask" is a song about how she is rejected by a guy so many times, but yet she will always be there in the end, whatever the pain she has to endure, no matter how selfish the guy is. "Mobile" is a song about how life seems to always be passing her by. Wherever she is everything's always changing, nothing stops for her. So by the time she comes back home to her friends and family, everything she once knew will be totally different and unfamiliar. As if she were a "mobile". "My World" is about where she grew up and how she grew up throughout her childhood and adolescent periods. What she went through in her small world of Napanee. "Tomorrow" is about a relationship not working out even if the person is telling her it will work out...she won't believe it. And about how she won't put up with them always making the decisions today, today is her day to make the decision and tomorrow will hold what is to be. "I'm With You" is about how she needs to be saved by somebody else rather then saving herself this time. She needs somebody to be there for her, but no one sees her or can find her. She's alone in her own mess of life trying to figure out what to do when somebody she doesn't know comes along, but it doesn't matter because they are there, and she's with them and not alone. "Naked" is about how she puts on a facade through another day she goes through, even if she is acting totally opposite from what she feels inside. Then someone comes and she can be herself, as if she were "naked". She feels accepted by this person and it feels so right for her, she can act how she feels around them without fearing rejection. She knows that they are there for her. Now she wonders why she was afraid in the first place to be herself and to show the world who she really is. She's only 17, and she started writing her own material for this CD at 16, it's truly amazing to me. This shows me and everyone else that you don't have to be accepted into the "popular" crowd to be successful in life. You don't have to lie to yourself and put on a daily facade to impress others. Just be yourself and it will lead you to greater things in life. This CD is inspiring me to become even more true to myself than ever before, and I hope this CD can inspire boys and girls around the globe to do the same.
 
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The first time I heard Avril's voice, I knew that she would get somewhere. She has deep lyrics that can inspire you. You feel like you can relate completely to what she is saying in her songs. Her points are clear, the music is great... I have great respect for Avril because of these things. I hope to hear more new material from her soon, because this album absolutely rocks! I recommend this CD to anyone who enjoys a great band with a lot of talent and meaningful lyrics.
 
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Avril Lavigne's new album is rated at the top of my new artist list. It's rhythm enhanced, punk sound has influenced some of my craziest nights, and some of the best parties I've been to all year! The seventeen year old, Napanee, Ontario native, stays calm and collected as her her single and my favorite ballad on the CD shoots through the roof in the United States and Canada. This is by far the best CD I've come across in all my years. The album's truthfulness in word and sound ropes in listeners from all communities and lifestyles to listen. It includes heartbreak stories, long lost loves, and "future" songs. These categories focus even more on the "realness" of the 17-year-old--BOYS, furthering even more the listeners to the usual teenboppers. Those teenboppers now wear Avril's signature ties and tanks to mimic her style, but instead they must LET GO, because Avril is ANYTHING BUT ORDINARY
 
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