If you haven't heard the amazing vocal talent of this singer from "down Under"--you need to order this CD right now. I never heard of her until someone played her song "Heroes Live Forever" at a recent September 11th benefit. The song wasn't written specifically in honor of our fallen heroes--but it's uncanny how well it fits. Brings tears to my eyes every time I hear it. It's as if the words were written with our courageous firefighters and police who gave their lives that day. The chorus should be sung by us all: "Heroes Live Forever, Always We'll Remember." If your life was in any way touched by the tragedy of 9-11... this song will help bring healing into your heart.

I feel that this cd the works of a beginner to the music industry. Her original cd had a lot more power and strength behind it. I didn't feel that in this cd. I wish it was alot better, but it just really isn't. If you like her first cd, you won't like this one.

Here we go again...another young singer with a voice that is world class..however, with songs that do not give her the oppurtunity to really get the respect and admiration that she deserves. Vanessa Amorosi is an unbelievable talent with a voice that can put Patti LaBelle, Tina Arena, even Celine on edge. Vanessa is still young which is evident in the less than inspiring pop/dance sound that she sings over. The song selection on the whole is just mediocre. If it weren't for the voice I would've passed on the this collection. There are some really good songs however...For instance "Tent by the Sea" a song that Vanessa wrote is actually a wonderful song with an expressive even intimate vocal. "Heroes Live Forever" the songs from the SYDNEY SUMMER OLYMPICS 2000 is gigantic. The vocal performance is one of the most impressive examples of pure vocal power and emotion I have ever heard with a closing note that she holds for a mere 25 seconds!! Vanessa Amorosi should break out of the teen/pop sound and sing more mature songs with a more organic production so that voice can shine even brighter.
Check this CD out for the singing alone...the songs are "good", at best, not great, yet the voice is PHENOMANAL!