Customer Reviews
The rise & rise of Gabrielle - By: V. Ryan, 17 Jun 2004 
Gabrielle will claim herself that she is nota soul singer as she simply doesn't possess the voice to be one.
But she is a good solid & consistant performer who has churned out some really nice tracksin the last 10 years.
I'm into Rnb/Soul/Hip Hop, but I have no problem saying that I own this really good set of songs.
Her music has never been groundbreaking, but has always been good.
"Dreams" is her signature track, & most people's favourite Gabrielle track. I know it is mine. Its her story. It what she is about. Its a perfect track & one which she will always be able to say is a "classic". This track will get played on radioin another 10 years time.
"Going Nowhere" is a track with that 90's feel which is catchy but its track 3 "I Wish" which I love. Its about someonein her record company she fancied. Its a perfect song for someone you like, & her lyrics are what most of us think ofin that situation. Its tracks like this that make Gabrielle not a mega star but a real woman with something to say.
"Because of you" & "Forget about the world" are two sweet track. The latter being more deep about a friend of hers who was a lesbien, whose parents weren't too happy. Great Stuff.
"Give Me A little more time" is classic Gabrille. Its her sound. "If Your Really Cared" is a heart wrenching number, which has some fantastic guitar rifts, & a track which only her voice could make sound so real.
She does a cover of the classic Dionne Warwick track written by the legend that is Burt Bacharach "Walk On By". Its a great effort & one you wont be skipping.
Sunshine was the first single to be lifted from the Rise album. Another beautiful track. The song "Rise" was the killer track that went to number one, & really purt her firmly on the map. Still gets lots & lots of airplay today & will for many years to come.
Ive nearly forgot to mention the absolute classic duet with East 17 "If You Ever". This track was superb when it was released all those years ago - & it still is today.
Newer tracks such as "When A Woman", "Should I stay" & "Don't Need the sun to shine" are all included, which are all welcomed.
Gabrielle will never have the superstar status that some have, but I think that she really doesn't care & is happy to be making music people enjoy.
This set is easy listening & very enjoyable.
stuff of dreams - By: , 17 Jun 2004 
An amazing collection of Gabrielle's hits over the years, it seems Dreams truly can come true for the Hackney-born artist who has had her fair share of troublesin her life. Since her #1 debut with Dreams, she has continued to release meaningful music that appeals to the masses. Her covers include Dionne Warwick's 'Walk On By' & Jodeci's 'If You Ever' with East 17. Also on this album is one of my favourite releases by her, 'Give Me A Little More Time' & other amazing tracks like 'Forget About The World', 'Sunshine', the uplifting 'Rise' (which samples Bob Dylans' Knocking on Heavens Door & comes with his own seal of approval!) & 'When A Woman'.
Of course, the album wouldn't be complete without including the tear-jerkers, 'Should I Stay' & 'Out of Reach'. Reflective & touching, Gabrielle's ballads reach the hearts of her adoring fans because they are so personal & many of her listeners can relate to them.
An overall exellent album. A must buy.
pure gold - By: Mr. R. S. Clancy, 17 May 2004 gabrielle at her best absolutely brilliant tracks well worth adding to your collection a must for all fans.
Good consistant quality music - By: , 15 Dec 2001 I wasn't too surprised to realise that I could actually listen to virtually the whole album without switching tracks. The album starts of with lively tunes until we gradually come closer to her current work. There is quite a change, as her songs seem to become slower, more sensual & soothing to listen.
Although, there are some poor tracks including her duet with Brian Harvey & the annoying 'When a Woman'.
You have to take your hat of to her. She has become the most successful black British artist, with the most No.1's & top 10 hits. I think she's still going strong.
soulful car music - By: divvyj@divvyj.worldonline.co.uk, 27 Nov 2001 A suberb collection of thought envoking tunes to soothe you - while at the same time making you tap your feetin rhythm. I played this all the way through on a long car journey recently, & found the unique mix of soul & R&B/dance a fascinating blend. One minute you are remiscising about the old days & perhaps old loves - & the next you are saying to yourself "come on - it's time to move on - there's so much more to enjoyin life". In fact, it starts with the melodic 'Dreams'- which really sums the whole collection up. The revamp of 'Walk on by' definately competes with the original. Gabrielle may not be the hotest property aroundin terms of looks & sex appeal, but she certainly can sing -and each track is well produced & recordedin a way that makes you feel good. And she is certainly respectedin the music business - with modern day classics like 'Out of reach', is there any wonder?. Great car music!!
