"Courage" album - Official Topic

[mikez]

Just read the beginning and first verse real quick coz I don't wanna spoil the expeeience of discovering the songs. But wow! A totally differnt depth this time. Sooo promising. Really wish the production isn't cheap, corny or cringy to ruin this.

 

The Hard Way is just PERFECT. Zero complaints. There's not a single thing I would change about it. Best Céline song since the ANDHC era

[fred]

Well if so that it's "just a bonus track" would be something to complain about. Out of the chances of getting to be a single and reach the masses.

 

 

 

The Hard Way is just PERFECT. Zero complaints. There's not a single thing I would change about it. Best Céline song since the ANDHC era

[fred]

About time!!

 

I think all the songs on the EP had really good production compared to most of her post 2002 catalouge. So am glad that that seems to continue on the rest of the album. 👍

 

But they all lacked the oumpff and real hit chances, that power of hooking on, leaving even non fans defenceless and streaming the song secretly. Does any track have that quality?

 

 

 

You won’t be disappointed!!! Not a single bad song on this album, and all of the songs are amazingly produced.

Edited November 7, 2019 at 02:43 AM by fred

[Nmj]

Well if so that it's "just a bonus track" would be something to complain about. Out of the chances of getting to be a single and reach the masses.

 

“The hard way” is way better than “Lovers never die” in my opinion their roles should’ve been reversed.

[Nmj]

About time!!

 

I think all the songs on the EP had really good production compared to most of her post 2002 catalouge. So am glad that that seems to continue on the rest of the album. 👍

 

But they all lacked the oumpff and real hit chances, that power of hooking on, leaving even non fans defenceless and streaming the song secretly. Does any track have that quality?

 

I feel like yes

 

“ The Chase”

“ The Hard Way”

“ Baby”

“ Heart Of Glass”

“ Look at us Now”

“Nobody’s Watching”

 

At least them probably more lol

 

And two of my favorites are “For The Lover I lost” and “Falling in love again”

 

I honestly feel like almost all the songs could be a hit. Doesn’t feel like a “filler” album.

Edited November 7, 2019 at 03:11 AM by Nmj

[LukeD]

I am experiencing something with Courage that I never experienced before... I got into the music of Celine back in 2005 - I used to love songs from LTAL and ANDHC - but it was then, in 2005, that I became a fan. I immersed myself into her music: I would consume her songs non-stop, I would look for more, I would buy her albums, I would search info about them on Wikipedia, and once I knew her English catalog by heart, I moved on to explore her French music. And she became an even greater artist in my eyes!

 

In terms of me being a fan, Taking Chances was the first major release of Celine. I remember hating the album cover - still do - and several songs felt different to her previous recordings. I did not quite enjoy this record - only certain songs in it. I also remember checking the charts back in 2007 and 2008 and I was feeling somewhat sad that she was under-performing. Or at least this is how I felt. Disappointed. Pretty much the same happened with LMBTL. I disliked the album cover - still do - and only liked few songs that I listened for few months after the release. I barely listen to them now. Much like TC, I felt LMBTL was a mixed bag, crafted to appeal to a wide audience, but losing its artistic direction and coherence because of that. I have to say though that things were very different for me when it came to her French releases. Sans Attendre was an album I loved and years later she released Encore Un Soir which I loved even more. In the meantime, I discovered D'elles that despite certain flaws in terms of interpretation and production, still has a place in my heart.

 

Irrespective of her solid French records, I was still feeling that her English albums were lacking though. So I had higher expectations from Celine. I wanted her to deliver an English album that I would very much be proud of. So now with Courage, I am experiencing for the first time this happiness of being a Celine fan and consuming brand new material from her that I absolutely LOVE! I am embracing songs that were brought to life now! In the present moment! It is as if I am witnessing something big for her career. Dionaissance? For sure! She finally did it for me, guys! She delivered a modern album filled with meaningful songs! She stepped out of her comfort zone, which by definition means progress. This is not album made to appeal to an audience as broad as possible, it is an album crafted so that Celine re-invents herself and delivers the messages she wanted to deliver. IMO, Courage is a career milestone.

 

On a side note, my Top 5 songs at the moment are: Perfect Goodbye, Nobody's Watching, Change My Mind, Say Yes, Falling In Love Again. I am a happy fan!

Edited November 7, 2019 at 03:23 AM by LukeD

[mikez]

 

 

“The hard way” is way better than “Lovers never die” in my opinion their roles should’ve been reversed.

 

I agree. "LND" is the weakest song on the album, along with FOMO. But they're still OK

[mikez]

"Lovers Never Die" makes me think of "Love is all we need".

[marc-02]

I really hope they will submit the deluxe version for grammy consideration and not the standard edition.

 

I'm sure this has a shot for best pop album and even album of the year! Especially once they hear The Hard Way, Boundaries, and Heart of Glass.

[jepoi]

Noooooooooooooooooooo 🤯😭🤬👿

 

 

 

I agree. "LND" is the weakest song on the album, along with FOMO. But they're still OK

[mikez]

I was thinking... The Hard Way must be the most difficult chorus Céline has ever recorded in her entire career.

[LukeD]

Lovers Never Die is a good song. Edgy and sensual. Very fiery! And works well as a transition between the up-tempo FOMO and the piano ballad that is Falling In Love Again.

 

There is room for improvement though. IMO the song lacks a climax and ends abruptly. It basically needs another whole minute!

[Dertz1]

I think that after listening to the album about 5 times, this is my list of the songs that I liked the most and the least.

1 - Falling In Love Again/Boundaries (Sorry I can't choose between those two )

2 - The Chase (Beautiful melody, perfect for a movie )

3 - Lying Down

4 - Perfect Goodbye

5 - The Hard Way (Incredible high notes! I hope it will be performed live, at least a lower tone.)

6 - Heart Of Glass

7 - Change My Mind

8 - Say Yes

9 - Lovers Never Die

10 - How Did You Get Here

11 - I Will Be Stronger

12 - Courage

13 - Flying On My Own

14 - Nobody's Watching

15 - For The Lover That I Lost

16 - Imperfections (Nice song, but there were many better ones that could be the first single.)

17 - Baby (I like how it starts, but the chorus seems very repetitive and I don't like it.)

18 - Look At Us Now (Incredible low notes at the beginning, but after that it fails to get my attention.)

19 - Best Of All (It seems boring, capable I have to listen to it a couple more times)

Edited November 7, 2019 at 03:50 AM by Dertz1

[Dertz1]

I think that after listening to the album about 5 times, this is my list of the songs that I liked the most and the least.

1 - Falling In Love Again/Boundaries (Sorry I can't choose between those two )

2 - The Chase (Beautiful melody, perfect for a movie )

3 - Lying Down

4 - Perfect Goodbye

5 - The Hard Way (Incredible high notes! I hope it will be performed live, at least a lower tone.)

6 - Heart Of Glass

7 - Change My Mind

8 - Say Yes

9 - Lovers Never Die

10 - How Did You Get Here

11 - I Will Be Stronger

12 - Courage

13 - Flying On My Own

14 - Nobody's Watching

15 - For The Lover That I Lost

16 - Imperfections (Nice song, but there were many better ones that could be the first single.)

17 - Baby (I like how it starts, but the chorus seems very repetitive and I don't like it.)

18 - Look At Us Now (Incredible low notes at the beginning, but after that it fails to get my attention.)

19 - Best Of All (It seems boring, capable I have to listen to it a couple more times)

[Nmj]

Lovers Never Die is a good song. Edgy and sensual. Very fiery! And works well as a transition between the up-tempo FOMO and the piano ballad that is Falling In Love Again.

 

There is room for improvement though. IMO the song lacks a climax and ends abruptly. It basically needs another whole minute!

 

To me it’s the weakest song on the album. However it’s still a good song, but I’d say any of the bonus tracks are better and should’ve had “Lovers Never Die” spot.

 

[LukeD]

To me it’s the weakest song on the album. However it’s still a good song, but I’d say any of the bonus tracks are better and should’ve had “Lovers Never Die” spot.

To me the weakest song is How Did You Get Here. It has a hook and I can see why someone would like it, but I find it so over-produced and bombastic. It is smartly placed after I Will Be Stronger that is among the most soulful songs of the album, but I still cannot understand how it made it to the Standard edition and the masterpiece that is Boundaries did not.

 

Needless to say that if every song on the album sounded like HDYGH we would not be talking about a modern album. Vintage at best...!

Edited November 7, 2019 at 03:58 AM by LukeD

[Nmj]

To me the weakest song is How Did You Get Here. It has a hook and I can see why someone would like it, but I find it so over-produced and bombastic. It is smartly placed after I Will Be Stronger that is among the most soulful songs of the album, but I still cannot understand how it made it to the Standard edition and the masterpiece that is Boundaries did not.

 

Needless to say that if every song on the album sounded like HDYGH we would not be talking about a modern album. Vintage at best...!

 

I like HOW DID YOU GET HERE a lot!! Lol

Edited November 7, 2019 at 04:28 AM by Nmj

[CelineDionFreak]

Omg it’s so hard to not read these lyrics!!! But I gotta be strong. Just over a week!

[Nmj]

 

 

I like HOW DID YOU GET HERE a lot!! Lol

To me the weakest song is How Did You Get Here. It has a hook and I can see why someone would like it, but I find it so over-produced and bombastic. It is smartly placed after I Will Be Stronger that is among the most soulful songs of the album, but I still cannot understand how it made it to the Standard edition and the masterpiece that is Boundaries did not.

 

Needless to say that if every song on the album sounded like HDYGH we would not be talking about a modern album. Vintage at best...!

 

However I must clarify I also adore “Boundaries” actually all of the bonus tracks are great better than some of the standard songs.

[celinefan1985]

I love that Celine finally took control of an English album. Despite some very noticeable (and distracting) diction issues, this is a very solid and cohesive work. Although I listened to the 16 tracks, I’m saving the bonus tracks for the 15.

 

My comments/criticisms:

 

1. Fomo has no place on this album, especially not as an opening track

 

2. How did you get here is also so retro that I don’t get it on this album.

 

3. Lovers never die = yawn

 

4. I’m still haunted by the “play me love like a love song” clip. Would have loved it instead of 1.2 or 3 above

 

5. I know hope she has the Courage to change her Greatest Hits/Las Vegas Road Show and incorporate as many of the new songs as possible...

[Balao]

Where can I download the album? Can someone send me the link please? I have pre-order the album but would like to hear it sooner.

 

Thanks!

Where can I get the link to download?? I'm not finding it..

 

Same request here. Please. I'm only looking for the bonus songs because I already have the regular version. Thanks in advance !

[marc-02]

I was thinking... The Hard Way must be the most difficult chorus Céline has ever recorded in her entire career.

 

*Is Nothing Sacred enters the room* hahaha

[stone]

Omg it's so hard to not read these lyrics!!! But I gotta be strong. Just over a week!

 

Don't listen to the selfish and impatient. I can't wait for the 15th for the official release!

[Alice]

Can fans in Europe also download the Japanese 21st bonus track on iTunes, or is it just possible when you live in Japan?

 

Good question! Does anybody know?

[duri]

"Lovers Never Die" makes me think of "Love is all we need".

Same here. And I don ´t like Love is all we need much and Lovers never die also doesn´t work for me don´t like this song (but I heard it only few times for now)

[Jay718]

So many awesome tracks, the more I listen, the more songs I like.

 

How will they choose the next single!??!?! So many good choices.

 

Some personal favorities- Perfect Goodbye, Boundaries, Heart of Glass

[scielle]

Some more new press.

You have to really zoom in to read this one, but it is possible.

Not familiar with the publication and the text doesn't seem to be online (yet), but this is the Nov 9 edition.

 

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"I guess when you have so many children, you don't put them to bed at night. You file them."

 

Here's the text if you don't want to play around with zooming - https://www.sundaypost.com/fp/celine-dion-says-her-singing-from-the-heart-will-beat-on-and-on/

[jepoi]

😳🤔🧐👿😂😹😘😘😘

 

 

 

Don't listen to the selfish and impatient. I can't wait for the 15th for the official release!

[stevo]

 

 

Here's the text if you don't want to play around with zooming - https://www.sundaypost.com/fp/celine-dion-says-her-singing-from-the-heart-will-beat-on-and-on/

 

I saw this article on Twitter- I’m pretty sure Céline didn’t say the majority of those things- it’s like someone summarised her last 10 interviews or something and put them in speech marks. Céline says ‘the U.K.’ not Britain and it’s all too punctual and not like her at all. Kind of irked me lol

[stevo]

Ps my spuds are about to boil over and I don’t know if I can hold in until next Friday 🥺