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New Music: Janelle Monae – Come Alive (The War of the Roses)

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October 6, 2009

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Janelle Monae – Come Alive (The War of the Roses)

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Janelle Monae has been musical visionary of mine ever since she dropped that track “Time Will Reveal” off of that Got Purp compilation way back in the day. I’m glad that Ms Monae (who is known to read the site from time to time) is putting out new music, this time through the Kia Soul Collective.

The track, Come Alive (The War of the Roses), is a dope rendition with obvious influences from Violent Femmes’ Blister In The Sun. I hope to hear more music from Ms. Monae in the future. Talent like this should not sit on the shelf.

Video: Making of Come Alive

  • http://www.onthebuzz.com Onthebuzz

    “Talent like this should not sit on the shelf” << Second this, she is a talent!

  • http://www.tgrionline.com/ Marcus K. Dowling

    My brother. B-52′s “Rock Lobster.” The bassline is almost a direct rip. She’s from ATL. It’s an homage to the Atlanta punk and alt-rock scene of the early 80s, totally. Violent Femmes? Maybe, but no. Far more ATL history based.

  • Elle

    Janelle Monae is truly a beast of an artist. I love how comfortable and free she is with her imagination. I really enjoy this song. I can’t wait for her new album to come out!!

  • http://www.twitter.com/seanfamoso Sean Famoso

    I love the Guitar in this track…. u just gotta move ya body even if u have no dancing skills…. this girl is too damn creative…. cant wait for the new cd!!!!

  • Chris D.

    I love Janelle Monae. This song is fucking awesome. Very energetic track.