There's no doubt that Christina is Pop's current Queen. From teen pop singer to bad a** belter, she's taken the world by storm over the past year and has left everyone in her trail of dust. 'The Voice Within' is quite possibly the final single from the mega-selling, multi-platinum album Stripped (though I don't know this for sure). It follows in the tradition of last Christmas' massive hit 'Beautiful' and is a perfect choice for the holiday season. Aguilera is truly a people person, sending out messages around the world about inner beauty and strength, equality, and confidence. There aren't too many artists around quite like Miss A. While the powerful words are wonderful, Christina also possesses the powerhouse pipes to actually deliver the song (yet another quality that sets her apart). Inspiring to say the least...
The one thing that kinda has me confused about this single is the track listing. Of all the 'Voice Within' singles being released worldwide at this time, I have yet to come across one that actually has these tracks. The best 'Voice Within' single I could find is available from the UK (and possibly mainland Europe as well) and contains the following tracks:
1. The Voice Within (radio edit) (4:15)
2. Beautiful (FUG mix) (5:47) - This remix is mid-tempo, jazzy and a pleasure to listen to.
3. Can't Hold Us Down (Da Yard Riddim mix) (4:16) - Mid-tempo mix with some crazy beats that bring Timbaland to mind.
4. Can't Hold Us Down (Medasyn mix) (4:11) - Another mid-tempo mix that's fun to listen to while driving.
By the way, the Canadian 'The Voice Within' single contains the radio edit plus an extended pop remix of 'Fighter.' All in all, buying any Christina cd is never a waste of time and money. Cheers!