New Music: Former Cheetah goes solo with 'Superbad'

Recently liberated from the Cheetah Girls, Adrienne Bailon has signed a solo deal with Def Jam and is looking to release her debut album later this year or early 2010. The 25-year-old seasoned veteran is venturing out on her own after her success shuffling back and forth between girl groups for the last ten years -- 3LW's debut album was certified platinum and the Cheetah Girls brand, one of the most popular and profitable brands Disney has created in the past decade, has racked up five Billboard-charting albums (one achieving double platinum status) and tens of millions of dollars in revenue from three movies, four nationwide tours, and countless merchandise.

"Superbad is an upbeat, club track with strong vocals from Bailon, but lacks the personality necessary to separate itself from the bunch."

Rumored first single Superbad is an upbeat, club track with decent production by D'Mile. Adrienne, a very capable, competent vocalist, sounds great, but the track itself lacks any semblance of personality. The catchy hook stands out as it calls to mind the 2007 film of the same name and Adrienne's vocal delivery manages to keep the song from backsliding into the gray void of monotony, but the unfortunate truth is she will probably need more than this to make an impact on radio. Adrienne is reportedly working with the likes of Brian Michael Cox and The Dream for the new album. If her solo debut does see release -- and I sincerely hope it does, as I love Adrienne's voice -- I wouldn't be at all surprised if she picked another single to lead.

Check out Superbad for yourself below and drop a comment to let me know what you think.


Superbad
Adrienne Bailon