Song of the Week - Bang Bang Bang

This week's selection may come as a bit of a shock. It would seem I have an affinity for the more unknown artists trying to make it big, and that I usually stray from people who are actually big -- that is until they actually do something worthwhile. This Disney Channel Princess may already have a loyal fan following, but she finally has won me over.

 

"Bang Bang Bang" may not be a radio single, but it is an iTunes single, which qualifies it here. It's part of the "Countdown to When The Sun Goes Down".  I was quite skeptical of the single, seeing as her previous releases were too middle of the road for me. This single, however, shows a distinct change to me. She now seems to be separating herself, musically at least, from her Disney roots and starting to make more mature and true pop sound. I can't stand the generic pop music that television companies have been pumping out as of late -- few artists from TV shows ever impress me.

The single seems to be about her new boyfriend, a fellow teen icon, but judging by the time it takes to write, produce, and record a song I'd have to say that it is more coincidental that her relationship lines up here. However, I can really relate to this song. Sometimes your lover takes you for granted... and sometimes another man comes by and sweeps you away. Preview and buy the single here.