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Spirit (Leona Lewis Album)
''Spirit'' is the debut studio album by English singer Leona Lewis, released by Syco Music in November 2007 in the United Kingdom and Ireland, followed by a worldwide release during early 2008. The album made Lewis the first UK solo artist to debut at number one with a debut album, in the US, on 26 April 2008. ''Spirit'' became the fastest-selling debut album in the UK, at time of release. It also became the fastest album to sell one million copies by a solo female in the UK. The album remains the best-selling debut album by a female artist in the UK, and is one of the best-selling albums in UK chart history. Spirit is officially the best-selling debut album by a female artist in the 21st century, according to the Official Charts Company. After winning the third series of reality singing contest ''The X Factor'' in December 2006, Lewis began recording the album in Sweden, the United Kingdom and United States, working with a variety of writers and producers. Critics praised the a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Leona Lewis
Leona Louise Lewis (born 3 April 1985) is a British singer, songwriter, actress, model, and activist. Born and raised in Islington, Inner London, she later attended the BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology in Croydon. Lewis achieved national recognition when she won the third series of the television talent show ''The X Factor'' in 2006, winning a £1 million recording contract with Syco Music. Her winner's single, a cover of Kelly Clarkson's " A Moment Like This", peaked at number one for four weeks on the UK Singles Chart and broke a world record by reaching 50,000 digital downloads within 30 minutes. In February 2007, Lewis signed a five-album contract in the United States with Clive Davis's record label, J Records. Lewis's success continued with the release of her debut studio album, '' Spirit'' (2007), which was certified 10× platinum in the UK and became the fourth best-selling album of the 2000s and one of the best-selling albums in UK chart history. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Novel (musician)
Alonzo Mario Stevenson (born September 3, 1981), known by his stage name Novel, is an American hip-hop/soul artist based in Los Angeles, California. He is the son of William Stevenson and the grandson of soul pioneer Solomon Burke. Novel has collaborated with artists such as Lauryn Hill and Talib Kweli, and worked with other musicians including Royce Da 5'9', Joss Stone, David Guetta, India.Arie, Tweet, Stacie Orrico and Smokey Robinson, among others. He has received over five Grammy nominations and one win. Biography Alonzo Mario Stevenson was born in Los Angeles, California, son of singer William Stevenson, Melanie Burke, a background singer for Chaka Khan. Stevenson, also the grandson of soul music pioneer Solomon Burke, grew up with his mother in Atlanta, Philadelphia, and North Carolina, sometimes staying in shelters because they had no money. A friend of Stevenson's in Philadelphia nicknamed him “Novel“ because he always carried a notebook. After running away from ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
I Will Be (song)
"I Will Be" is a song written and originally recorded by Canadian singer Avril Lavigne for her third studio album ''The Best Damn Thing'' (2007). It appeared on select editions of the album as a bonus track before English singer Leona Lewis covered it for her debut studio album '' Spirit'' (2007). Max Martin and Lukasz Gottwald co-wrote the song, whilst production was helmed by Gottwald under his production name Dr. Luke. It is a piano and guitar-led ballad. The song was sent to contemporary hit radio as the fourth US single, and seventh and final single from ''Spirit'' on January 6, 2009, by J Records. "I Will Be" garnered mixed reception from music critics, with some praising Lewis' vocal performance, whilst others described it as emotionless. Upon the release of ''Spirit'' in November 2007, the song peaked at number 160 on the UK Singles Chart due to strong digital download sales, but failed to attain a higher peak due to not being released as a single in the United Kingdom. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Run (Snow Patrol Song)
"Run" is a song by Northern Irish–Scottish alternative rock band Snow Patrol, released in the United Kingdom on 26 February 2004 as the second single of their third album, ''Final Straw'' (2003). The song was conceived in 2000 by frontman Gary Lightbody after an accident he had during a Binge drinking, bender. "Run" has been described as a Britpop power ballad. It received critical acclaim, and was compared to Coldplay's "Yellow (Coldplay song), Yellow". A music video, directed by Paul Gorewas, was released to promote the song; in it, band members use Flare, distress flares and motorcycles at night. An unreleased video, directed by Mark Pellington, was also filmed. The single reached the top five on the UK Singles Chart in 2004, and since it has appeared multiple times in the chart. Additionally, "Run" reached the Top 40 of Ireland, the Netherlands and the American Modern Rock Tracks. "Run" has been Cover (music), covered by multiple artists, including Leona Lewis, who release ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Forgive Me (Leona Lewis Song)
"Forgive Me" is a song by British singer Leona Lewis featured on the North American and Australian versions, as well as the deluxe edition, of her debut album '' Spirit'' (2008). Musically, "Forgive Me" is a pop track with dance influences, written in A minor. The lyrics tell the story of a girl who has found a new love and asks her old one for forgiveness. The song was written by Aliaune "Akon" Thiam, Claude Kelly and Giorgio Tuinfort, and produced by the former. "Forgive Me" was released as the fourth single of the album in the United Kingdom on 3 November 2008. The single includes the "Myself", written by and featuring vocals of American musician Novel. In "Forgive Me", music critics compared Lewis's vocals with that of Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey. The music video was directed by Wayne Isham, and it was inspired by multiple Broadway musicals, including ''Carousel'' and ''West Side Story''. "Forgive Me" reached number five on the British and Irish charts, thus becom ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Footprints In The Sand (Leona Lewis Song)
"Footprints in the Sand" is a song recorded by British singer Leona Lewis for her debut studio album '' Spirit'' (2007). It was written by Simon Cowell, David Kreuger, Per Magnusson, Richard Page, and produced by Steve Mac. The song was digitally released as Lewis's third single on 9 March 2008 in the United Kingdom. Sony BMG and Syco Music launched it as a double A-side with "Better in Time", and "You Bring Me Down" as the B-side. It is a R&B and pop song composed with a tempo of sixty beats per minute. It was written in a period of one day at Page's home in Malibu, California, with Cowell giving the idea to base it on the Christian poem "Footprints". The single's music video was filmed by British director Sophie Muller in Johannesburg, South Africa. The video describes social problems within the city, but ends with a message of hope. "Footprints in the Sand" became the official theme of the 2008 version of biennial charity programme Sport Relief, by BBC. The song re ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Better In Time
"Better in Time" is a song recorded by English singer Leona Lewis for her debut studio album ''Spirit'' (2007). It was written by J. R. Rotem and Andrea Martin and was produced by Rotem. Lyrically, the song tells the story of a woman who cannot forget her ex-partner, and who knows that "it will all get better in time". It was released as the second single from ''Spirit'' on 10 March 2008, as a double A-side with " Footprints in the Sand", by Syco Music and J Records. Critically acclaimed, "Better in Time" was nominated for the Brit Award for British Single. It peaked at number two on the UK Singles Chart, reaching the top ten in Australia, Canada, Germany, Ireland, Italy and New Zealand, as well as number 11 in the United States. Lewis promoted the song on several live television programmes, such as ''Good Morning America'', ''Live with Regis and Kelly'', and on the 2008 American Music Awards, also being included on the set list of her debut concert tour The Labyrinth (2010 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bleeding Love
"Bleeding Love" is a song recorded by British singer Leona Lewis for her debut studio album, '' Spirit'' (2007). It was originally written and recorded by American singer Jesse McCartney, and was co-written and produced by American singer Ryan Tedder. "Bleeding Love" was released worldwide during the last quarter of 2007, and the first of 2008, as the album's lead single internationally, and as the second single in Ireland and the United Kingdom. McCartney later included his version of the song as a bonus track on the international edition of his third studio album, '' Departure'' (2008). It is Lewis' biggest hit, to date, and remains her signature song. As of 2021, "Bleeding Love" has been streamed over two billion times. Debuting at number one on the Irish Singles Chart and UK Singles Chart, "Bleeding Love" became the best-selling single of 2007 in both countries. After its release, the single became a massive success and was the world's best-selling single of 2008. "Bl ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
A Moment Like This
"A Moment Like This" is the debut single by American singer Kelly Clarkson. The song was written by Jörgen Elofsson and John Reid from British house music project Nightcrawlers and produced by Stephen Ferrera and Steve Mac. It was released as a double A-side with " Before Your Love" as her coronation single after winning the first season of ''American Idol.'' A remixed version of the song was later included on her debut studio album, Thankful (2003). "A Moment Like This" was a huge hit in North America, topping the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100 and Canadian Singles Chart. In 2006, the song was recorded and released by British singer Leona Lewis, the winner of the third series of ''The X Factor.'' Her version was the Christmas number one for 2006, outselling the rest of the top 40 combined. Lewis' version has sold 914,000 copies as of 2015. Background The song was co-written by Jörgen Elofsson and John Reid (of dance act Nightcrawlers), produced by Stephen Ferrera and Stev ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Echo (Leona Lewis Album)
''Echo'' is the second studio album by English singer Leona Lewis. It was released on 9 November 2009 including 16 November in the United Kingdom, and 17 November 2009 in the United States. Its worldwide release was through Sony Music. The album charted across the globe, including the US, UK, Canada, across Europe, Mexico, Australia and New Zealand, with commercial success. Lewis worked with Ryan Tedder, Justin Timberlake, Max Martin, John Shanks, and Harvey Mason, Jr. amongst others to produce the follow-up to her debut album '' Spirit''. The album was preceded by the single "Happy", released on 15 September 2009. " I Got You" was released as the second single in February 2010. The song "My Hands" was used as the theme song for the video game '' Final Fantasy XIII''. The album achieved commercial success, peaking within the top twenty in nine countries, including debuting at number one in the UK with 161,000 copies sold in its first week. Lewis promoted the album along with ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wayne Wilkins
Wayne Wilkins is a British record producer, songwriter, record engineer and record mixer. He has produced and written for artists such as Rick Astley ("Cry for Help"), Natasha Bedingfield (" These Words", " Single" and " Love Like This"), Beyoncé (" Sweet Dreams"), Cheryl Cole ("Fight For This Love", and " Promise This"), and Jordin Sparks ("Battlefield"). Early life Wilkins was born in Croydon, London. He began taking piano lessons at the age of four. Wilkins earned a scholarship to a music conservatory as a child. Growing up, he played organ at cathedrals and other venues around London. Wilkins went on to the Royal College of Music in London. Wilkins later graduated with a physics degree from Imperial College. While in college one of Wilkins early jobs was teaching piano. He also interned at Townhouse Studios and Olympic Studios where he received further training in engineering, mixing, and producing. Career While Wilkins was interning at Olympic Studios he got the op ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ryan Tedder
Ryan Benjamin Tedder (born June 26, 1979) is an American singer, songwriter, musician, and record producer. He is best known as the co-founder, frontman, and lead vocalist for the pop rock band OneRepublic, while also serving as a prolific contributor—by songwriting and production—to material for other artists since the mid-2000s. Tedder's production and songwriting work has proved commercially successful. " Apologize", performed by his band OneRepublic, " Bleeding Love", performed by Leona Lewis, and " Halo", performed by Beyoncé, were each produced by Tedder and remain among the best-selling singles of all time. In early 2014, '' Billboard'' named him "The Undercover King of Pop" and featured him on the magazine's cover. He served as a producer on the 2018 reality series '' Songland''. He is a three-time recipient of the Grammy Award for Album of the Year for his credits on Adele's '' 21'' and '' 25'', and Taylor Swift's ''1989''. Early life and education Ryan Benjami ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
