Dropping from the harmonic heavens to the groovalistic dance floor, Rihanna has returned with another single that will have listeners begging the DJ to play it one more time. Produced by Jason Rotem, the sizzling 'S.O.S.' ... more »is bringing the summer heat early this year. With its hypnotic beat and enticing melody, 'S.O.S.' utilizes the electro-funk of Soft Cell's '80s classic 'Tainted Love' to create a soulful anthem of young love. The title track is backed by Nevin's Glam Club Mix. Mercury. 2006.« less
All Artists:Rihanna Title:Sos Members Wishing: 0 Total Copies: 0 Label:Universal Import Release Date: 4/25/2006 Album Type: Single, Import Genres:Pop, R&B Style:Dance Pop Number of Discs: 1 SwapaCD Credits: 1 UPC:602498778210
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Album Description
Dropping from the harmonic heavens to the groovalistic dance floor, Rihanna has returned with another single that will have listeners begging the DJ to play it one more time. Produced by Jason Rotem, the sizzling 'S.O.S.' is bringing the summer heat early this year. With its hypnotic beat and enticing melody, 'S.O.S.' utilizes the electro-funk of Soft Cell's '80s classic 'Tainted Love' to create a soulful anthem of young love. The title track is backed by Nevin's Glam Club Mix. Mercury. 2006.
CD Reviews
It sampled? Oh no!!!
Skip | Baltimore, MD United States | 05/10/2006
(4 out of 5 stars)
"Okay, "SOS" samples (understatement) Soft Cell's version of "Tainted Love," which was a cover of a song by Gloria Jones. That's nothing new. Rap & Hip/hop sample like crazy. Madonna's "Hung Up" sampled ABBA, and her "Future Lovers" samples Donna Summer. Rihanna hasn't invited something new here. In honesty, I prefer her vocals (and possibly, lyrics) to Soft Cell's lyrics and vocals. Seldom does a remake (or sample) outdo the original, but let's face it: Soft Cell's hit wasn't a hit from the vocals, but the track. Catchy, catchy, catchy. My disappointment with Rihanna's CD is that the single isn't at all representative of the album - meaning, if you buy the album hoping to hear more songs with the sass and spirit of "SOS," you'll be disappointed. On future efforts, Rihanna should go for the dance floor - it seems to like her."
I like SOS!
SandyC | Sherman Oaks, CA USA | 05/09/2006
(3 out of 5 stars)
"My rating is only three stars, because this is the only song I've heard by Rhianna.
I am in my 40s. I remember Soft Cell's version, which of course, they took from an even older version. So what if this song samples Soft Cell's rendition? I think there's room for both! Both songs are good in different ways. People need to be a little more tolerant."
S.O.S.
D. S. HARDEN | L.A.,CA USA | 12/21/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I like what Rihanna has done with Soft Cell's "Tainted Love." It's a bouncy, fresh, new approach to a classic New Wave/Pop song!!"
S.O.S.-Rhianna
D. S. HARDEN | 04/20/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"If you like to dance and sing along S.O.S. has a beat to get you moving! Rhianna had once again come out with an awesome song called S.O.S.. S.O.S. is an excellent, attention grabbing song! This song has captured the hearts of many people throughout the world. I would recommend this song to not only those who like hip-hop, but to those who just need to listen to some good music. After listening to S.O.S. my first time, i fell in love with it and wanted to purchase it right away! Don't wait any longer, purchase it now at yours truley, amazon.com!"
SOS
D. S. HARDEN | 04/20/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I love this SOS SONG, it's truly a great club banger. Even though it wont get played on R&B/Hip-HOP stations i feel that this song has a top 10 Quality.___ Everyone remember her album coems out April 25, dont forget to go buy 2 copies.."
Track Listings (2) - Disc #1