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When a song hits you as instantly likable then you know you're onto something special. Estelle's brilliant new single is one such song, a slick modern pop/r&b track featuring an ace contribution from Kanye West too.

Estelle's voice serves as the centrepiece of the song, coming across effortless in its soothing tones and casual flirtiness. The lyrics are brilliant too, the beat perfect for putting a spring in your step. Radio stations leapt on this track and it's not hard to see why, it's one of those songs that defines a year, hanging around in the charts for ages. A perfect introduction to her new album 'Shine', this version of the single is a one-track CD and comes in a card sleeve.

Track Listing:

1. American Boy (Radio Edit)

Rating: 5 out of 5

I never really took much notice of Estelle when she released the single '1980' a few years back because i felt it had too much rap in it for my liking, it's only now that i've become a lot more involved with her, this single is probably why, and i also think the fact that she has switched lables to John Legend's new US label has helped her career considerably. 'American Boy' is a super memorable and catchy dance track with elements of pop/funk and hip/hop infused and also has a techno/disco edge. It features hugely successful guest rapper Kanye West who really makes a great fitting addition to the song.


Rating: 5 out of 5

All proceeds from the sale of this track go to Estelle's charity; "Stop the street flatulence". Estelle has alot of experience with this issue, in 2005 her brother farted on a small child during a gang fight.

Rating: 5 out of 5