Dreams Can Come True - Gabrielle

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dreams Can Come True, Greatest Hits Volume 1; was a Greatest hits album which was released in 2001 by the British Pop artist Gabrielle. The album was a huge success and was one of the best selling albums to be released in 2001 and achieved 4 Platinum awards. The tracks on the album are a mix of upbeat R&B and Soul songs which were recorded between 1993-2001; many of the tracks being number 1 hits. Gabrielle was born in Hackney, London in 1970 and her first debut single was released in 1993. Since her first single Gabrielle has achieved a few more number one hits as well as ...  Read the complete review

I'm gonna just do this track by track as I listen to the album. 1. Dreams - 'Move a step closer, you know that I want you, I can tell by your eyes that you want me too' The one EVERYONE knows. Opening with that familiar guitar riff. Uplifting lyrics, if you look at them in terms of a relationship OR in terms of life generally. :) It's not actually one of my faves, but I can see why it is so popular. The chorus is such a singalong and that string solo is a classic moment in 90s pop. 2. Going Nowhere - 'No need to feel so lonely, cos darkness turns to light, just know I'll be right here, to hold you tight...' The BEST song of ...  Read the complete review

This is the Greatest Hits compilation from the sumptuous Gabrielle. It gathers all of her biggest moments over a nine year period and is a chance for people to explore her rich soulful voice. Who is she: Eye patch wearing Gabrielle is a London based singer/songwriter who found fame off the back of her number one hit single 'Dreams.' She has also picked up two Brit Awards. On this album: The opening track is 'Dreams' which is an inspirational song that will give anyone hope and encouragement. Her vocals are refined and soulful and she works her way through the song with a discreet charm. The next track up is 'Going Nowhere' ...  Read the complete review

There are so many different genres that pop music can be broken into and some artist can tick many boxes within these genres, Gabrielle for me is defintley one of them, she's easy to listen to, I guess it's pop but with hints of R'N'B too, but one thing is consistant with her music, fantastic melody lines and very catchy choruses. In 2001 Gabrielle released her Greatest Hits Compilation by the name of "Dreams Can Come True". Boasting 16 of her top songs, from her earlier works right up until the turn of the century, from soft smooth songs like "Walk on By" to the delightfully feel good factor of "Out of Reach" , there are plenty ...  Read the complete review

I was bought this album for xmas and i've gotta say i'm pleased despite never being a huge fan. The cd is priced at between 10-15 pounds and has 16 tracks in total including 9 top 10 hits, and yes all of them are recognisable when they play even if you do think huh? when you read some of them. The album is well balanced, mixing upbeat songs including Dreams, Going nowhere and Don't need the sun..., and more mellow sounds such as Walk on by and Give me a little more time, also her newest songs- Out of Reach (from Bridget Jones) and my fave- Don't need the sun to shine. I'd say it is a great girly cd with songs for every occasion eg. ...  Read the complete review