Mezzo Sopranos are Totally Hot

Well, they are. Especially the one who notably beat Madonna for first female artist with 4 top-ten songs from her debut album, She's so Unusual.

You guessed it, it was Cyndi Lauper, who beat Madonna by a week, in 1984. The song presented here is the 4th top ten off the album, which eventually went on to multi-platinum status. A lovely pop ballad, it starts off with a synthesized raindrop keyboard voice, and is engineered with the requisite keyboard, drum and backing male vocals. A pure 80s pop sound, including the synth-heavy bridge, the electronic flute being a nice touch.

The best part of the song is Cyndi's vocal track. She is truly impressive, and this song shows off her range marvelously. Particularly at the end, try to carry the note as long as she does. Always a fun exercise for those of you who want to test your diaphragm (because we all know that it's not just lung power reserve that can hold a note).

Hope you are having a great Sunday.
Cya next week,
-om