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I disagree: "Sick" is an incredible song.

joedisarm | Delran, NJ United States | 06/18/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Despite the other reviewer's lengthy comments on how "Sick" was merely some ploy to get alternative radio acceptance, I can't help but disagree. I have been a Sneaker Pimps fan since the start, up to and including the last effort, "Splinter," which first featured Chris as the new vocalist."Splinter" was a darker, more personal album. Many of the songs were centered around the prescence of an acoustic guitar, and tortured, depressing lyrical subject matter.But this time the band wanted to get back to its roots: to make people get up and dance again. This is where "Sick" comes into focus.The song itself, is, admittedly more pop sounding than previous Pimp singles. But you just can't help but bob your head to this beat. The chorus is a big, catchy chorus, with the line "and maybe then you wouldn't get so sick of me" repeated over and over.The previous reviewer mentioned the slick production values on this tune -- and believe me, they are there. The song is immaculately recorded and mixed. However one needs to remember that the Pimps themselves are producers! Line of Flight, their production alias, has been producing for years. There is even a rumour of a Line of Flight instrumental album in the works.All in all, this is a great song. And after the depressing nature of the Splinter album, the fresh beat of Sick is a welcomed change. Maybe it will be a vehicle for stardom, but I honestly doubt it -- most people in the US don't even know about the new Sneaker Pimps, minus Kelli Dayton. Either way, this single is well worth the purchase. Or better yet, buy the full album, Bloodsport."