Under My Skin

1. Take Me Away -this song starts out slow but quickly picks up into a rocking chorus. Avril vents and energizes all of her pain and frustration into this song when it comes to a deteriorating relationship. This brings a great start to the CD of what is about to come.

2. Together -This is one of the best tracks on the disc. It's a sad song about the meaning of the word "together" and how a couple is slowly holding on to each other to the point where they are falling apart. The piano in the background is powerful and intense. A must listen.

3. Don't Tell Me -Something about the beginning beat of this song is so good it just reels you in the minute you hear it. I cant quite one hundred percent decipher the meaning of this song, but if I had to guess it's about being in a difficult relationship: one that is pressuring and controlling. Avril shows off her confident grit very well in this song with her "dont tell me what to do, dont tell me what to say." lyrics.

4. He Wasn't -Here was my only downfall of the CD. Fans of sum41 and blink182, and Avril's punk-pop hits may like this track, but to me, no. ALthough the beat was spunky and hip, the lyrics seemed too trite and simple. "This is where i bite my nails, and clean my room when all else fails. I think its time for me to bail." I usually skip this track.

5. How Does It Feel -mellow and honest. Avril revels her soul on this track with lyrics like "I am young and I am free, but I get tired and I get weak." This is also another tough song to decipher the meaning behind, but again I'm guessing its about realizing the differences between herself and another person and the loneliness she feels from it. It has a great beat, one she will sing you to sleep with.

6. My Happy Ending -Aside from her song "Don't Tell me." "My Happy Ending" was an overplayed track we all know and have heard. It's a good pop song, in case you havent heard it. The topic is about her fairytale letdown and how she had it all planned out, but her relationship fell apart for various reasons. It's a beautiful song though and got well deserved radio play.

7. Nobody's Home -This was also another single, but is one of the dark and moodiest on the CD. Avril commented that this song was about her feelings on the road. In the music video however Avril plays a young woman on the run who appears to be eitheir homeless or a runaway from her home. It has an intense, great beat to listen to, and its a beautiful song about real loneliness.

8. Forgotten -Angry sounding piano, followed by Avril singing her heart out in this beautiful and dark track. It's a great followup to "Nobody's Home" There isnt much else to say, but the title of it says it all. Its about feeling forgotten in lonely in a relationship. Excellent emotion portrayed in this one.

9. Who Knows -Things change on track 9. "Who Knows" is a more upbeat and positive track on the disc. Its simply about hanging in there because a person doesnt know what life has in store for them. It has good positive lyrics: "Find yourself because I cant find you." was a favorite of mine.

10. Fall To Pieces -Fall to pieces is a mellow acoustic song, the is deeply honest coming from Avril. It was a great single and song and you cant get more honest then "I dont want to fall to pieces. I just want cry in front of you. I don't want to talk about it." One of the CD's gems.

11. Freak Out -Freak Out is a real headbanger. The lyrics arent exactly my favorite but it has a good message behind it. She sings that you should just let out your emotions and then let go of everything else. Also that you should just live your life according to your own standards. Another positive song on the cd.

12. Slipped Away -The CD finally comes to an end with the sweet little song "Slipped Away." It's a track about the loss about her grandfather. It's a very pretty song and emotional ballad.

Well, I hoped you enjoyed my little analysis of the CD, song by song. At least now if you haven't ever heard her music, or bought any of it, you kind of have an idea of what to expect from this CD. Personally, I thought Let Go was a better CD but it was a hard CD to come back at with. Her sophmore debut isnt too bad though. The piano on the CD is very beautiful, her lyrics aren't as good as on Let Go, but Under My Skin is still a CD thats worth being called ear candy.

Buy this one for all your teenage daughters. Avril Lavigne is one tough cookie and doesn't compromise her ideals/morals for anybody (at least in the songs).

Every song is a gem. There's not one that I find myself reaching for the "skip" button. Heck, they could all be hit singles (I think most are).

I'm not getting into each individual song... Just buy it. I've been listening to it in my car for almost a month.

I'm a huge fan of Avril Lavigne, and I think she really shines in this album. The songs are amazing and catchy. She has a beautiful voice, she can carry a tune, she can hit the notes, she has a huge range, she's amazing. If you are looking for a new favorite singer, you've found one. I'd buy this album because I think the songs are better and she has a huge chance to shine. And trust me, she does.

I really, really loved this CD once it hit store shelves back in May 2004. I still feel the same about it, really. It's kinda surprising.

*** Take Me Away...is one of Her most angst-ridden recordings, but it's OK I guess. Just don't plan on putting it on repeat.
**1/2 Together...is very forgettable. Forgot it!
****1/2 Don't Tell Me...This is quite the kiss-off!
*** He Wasn't...Meh/10
***1/2 How Does It Feel...Kinda mellow, to be honest. It's not too bad. Quite listen-able, and the lyrics are decent. It's a keeper, I suppose. ^_^
***3/4 Happy Ending...This is decent also.
****1/2 Nobody's Home...One of Avril's most insightful pop songs with a bit of meaning. Her best track here.
**** Forgotten...I really, REALLY like this song. It's kinda hard. And the lyrics are cool. Like the swagger on this one. And I'm no fan of Hers anymore.
***3/4 Who Knows...Pleasant pop tune.
***1/2 Fall to Pieces...Like this one too. Not as strong as Forgotten, or Nobody's Home, but solid nonetheless.
***1/2 Freak Out...Was cool and still is to just chill to.
***3/4 Slipped Away...Avril, if it does any good, I'm super sorry that You're grandpa died so suddenly. But it can't be worse then never knowing any of Your grandparents, which is the story of My life. But I'm still sorry, nonetheless.

47.25/12 = 3.9375
3.9375 = 3.94
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3.94 stars.

I love this CD, I listen to it day and night. She has some great songs in here. This is the perfect CD for somebody who just had a bad break up!!