Piano Critic

Saxobeat, by Alexandra Stan, is an interesting, techno-esque song that is full of adult lyrics. Even though I don’t particularly enjoy techno style music, I rather thought this song was cool. Looking at Ms. Stan, one might assume she had a high voice, so when she begins to sing it is a surprise to hear the depth that issues forth. There’s also an interesting accent that shapes her words into something slightly exotic. I can only imagine what her speaking voice sounds like, but her singing is enough to rouse a dead man. As if it needed any help, there is a man making definitely sexual sounds as part of the chorus between verses.

Despite the fact that I labeled the song ‘techno-esque’, it does have a melody, and is comprised of actual notes. It seems to be stuck somewhere there is no label for. The song is not truly techno, but neither is it the angry, hard rock that is so popular. This is, however, one of the instances where labels truly don’t matter, since the music speaks for itself. The beat of the song perfectly accents the driving sexuality of the lyrics, and the song manages to be potently sexual without any of the vulgarity that I am so used to hearing, which, I must admit, is a relief.

Simply put, this song is a perfect backdrop to most male gatherings and some female ones. It is the classic ‘club song’ with a beat that lends itself wonderfully to many kinds of dancing, as well as lyrics that make people want to drink and have sex. I would not advocate trying to gain the sheetmusic for it, though, unless you have someone to lyrically accompany you. I don’t think this song would be served well by taking out the lyrics. It would still have the beat and drive, but it would be missing something important.