After dropping tour-favorite “Low Rise Jeans” as the first musical appetizer last week, Grammy-nominated global superstar Demi Lovato returns this Friday with seven additional new tracks. Together, they form the deluxe edition of Lovato’s ninth studio record, titled “It’s Not That Deep (Unless You Want It To Be)”, a playful nod to the lyrics of the standard album’s opener “Fast“.
The deluxe record features both old fan-favorites – made available for the first time on streaming – some reworks, as well as four previously unreleased tracks. They feel like an organic expansion to the already strong original material and are, dare we say, almost even better? Find out our thoughts below:
The deluxe kicks off with “Low Rise Jeans“, which first sparked fan excitement when Demi performed the song on the opening night of her It’s Not That Deep Tour in Orlando. It’s a clever nod to early 2000s-Britney Spears, alongside several references to iconic low-rise items of clothing.
Track 2, adequately titled “Love Controller”, sees the singer venture into disco territory. Thanks to a string of heavenly synths, a stellar Jessie Ware co-write, and some vocals that are truly vocaling, Demi soars into new heights.
A stand-out of the deluxe, in our opinion, is up next. “Fantasy” has been quite eagerly awaited online, after being first released as a digital solo track for a limited time only. It’s sexy, seductive, and features a drop that is a fantasy come true. The album version features a fresh second verse and some additional ad-libs by Swedish singer Cobrah (“Brand New Bitch”, “Good Puss”), very non-elusive innuendos, as well as some new production elements towards the end of the song. We are sure that this will get the blood in your whole body pumping.
Demi continues in a similarly sexy vein on “Confetti”, a song that is filled to the brim with a myriad of playful puns that turn a very NSWF-topic almost SFW. Let us warn you that this song isn’t actually about confetti. It’s another 10/10, not only due to Demi’s sharp and eyebrow-raising lyrics but also due to the insane beat drop and Demi’s vocal performance.
Up next is a remix of “Joshua Tree”, the original of which was first released as a vinyl exclusive bonus track and then added to the “A Little Bit Extra” version on streaming. This new version sees Lovato collaborating with UK pop star Rose Gray for the first time. The latter adds some fresh vocals to the bouncy dance-pop track that is all about wanting to make new memories while traveling (*wink wink*).
Demi continues to fantasize on Track 6, titled “After Hours“, but this time about less steamy and more romantic things. It’s a very cute little song that combines a trippy beat with a dream-like instrumental. A very necessary breather after the nonstop club songs.
“Nothing On But The Lights” sees Demi collaborate with MNEK and Margo XS again – both of whom are currently very well-known because they have worked on Zara Larsson’s “Midnight Sun” together. With glitchy vocals and over even glitchier drums, Demi muses about letting go of her insecurities (and her clothes).
As if all of these highlights weren’t enough, Demi Lovato decided to add “Pretty Catatonic” to the list of things. It’s the perfect closer and transition to the original record. “I get pretty catatonic every time that you go“, she cries out on this dance-pop anthem about not wanting your partner to leave, even if it’s only for a few days. For “Pretty Catatonic”, Demi enlisted the help of Julia Michaels. And while the lyrics deal with the singer’s anxiety around her abandonment issues, the upbeat production with its plentiful vocal productions elevate the song into new heights.
As you can see: It’s truly not that deep (unless you want it to be). If you get it, you get it.
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Or stream the new record here.
If you can, be sure to check out Demi on tour. The “It’s Not That Deep Tour” continues April 27 in Columbus, with stops in Toronto, New York, Chicago, Los Angeles and more before wrapping May 25 in Houston. Tickets are available at DemiLovato.com/tour and you can find all the tour dates here:
DEMI LOVATO: IT’S NOT THAT DEEP TOUR DATES
Mon Apr 13 – Orlando, FL – Kia Center
Thu Apr 16 – Washington, DC – Capital One Arena
Sat Apr 18 – Philadelphia, PA – Xfinity Mobile Arena
Mon Apr 20 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena
Wed Apr 22 – Boston, MA – TD Garden
Fri Apr 24 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden Arena
Mon Apr 27 – Columbus, OH – Nationwide Arena
Wed Apr 29 – Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena
Fri May 1 – Chicago, IL – United Center
Sat May 2 – Minneapolis, MN – Target Center
Sat May 9 – Anaheim, CA – Honda Center
Mon May 11 – San Francisco, CA – Chase Center
Wed May 13 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena
Sat May 16 – Los Angeles, CA – The Kia Forum
Tue May 19 – Glendale, AZ – Desert Diamond Arena
Fri May 22 – Dallas, TX – American Airlines Center
Sun May 24 – Austin, TX – Moody Center
Mon May 25 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center
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