Kelly Clarkson – Breakaway
Kelly Clarkson is an award-winning singer and former American Idol champion who has made waves in the music industry. After her critically-acclaimed debut album Thankful was a huge success, Kelly released Breakaway which became an instant classic, selling millions of copies worldwide and becoming known for its heartfelt songs of love, loss and escape. One such song from this record called Breakaway depicted leaving behind old lives while finding something better in your future; finding new love while leaving old ones behind; its lyrics resonate deeply with many listeners as it deals with themes related to leaving old lives behind and moving on while finding new love while leaving old life behind and leaving old people behind forever – its lyrics deeply moved listeners alike!
The music video for Kelly’s song depicts various scenes from her past. Beginning with a young Kelly sitting on her porch looking around at the neighborhood, we transition to an older Kelly watching Breakaway at a cinema. The soundtrack for the video includes sounds from various movies like doors opening or wind chimes being struck; we even hear an airplane passing overhead! To illustrate Kelly’s journey in flying.
Clarkson gives powerful performances of “Leaving This Town and Chasing My Dreams”, one of her signature songs that speaks about leaving small towns to pursue one’s ambitions; Caryn Ganz of AllMusic applauded her emotive rendition, while Jim Cantiello of MTV noted her powerful low chest voice. This tune represents Kelly Clarkson’s journey as she has used this song as the foundation of her career growth.
Bridget Benenate, Matthew Gerrard and Avril Lavigne collaborated on writing a track for Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement’s soundtrack album in 2004 that eventually peaked at number one on US Billboard Hot 100 chart. Lavigne revealed on a recent episode of her daytime talk show that she gave Kelly the song as it didn’t fit with her debut album Let Go.
Though Clarkson’s album had strong pop influences, it also included elements of rock and alternative. The success of this release helped Clarkson establish herself in the music industry and was an important milestone in her career – its songs like “Since U Been Gone,” “Behind These Hazel Eyes” and “Walk Away” became some of her biggest hits.
Breakaway was a tremendous commercial success and reached number four on the Billboard 200 chart. Additionally, it went multi-platinum selling record in both the United States and other countries; ultimately becoming her best-selling album to date as well as an enduring pop rock classic.
Clarkson was delighted by its success, leading her to tour and produce music videos for many of its singles, earning multiple awards including Grammy and Juno recognitions for her efforts. Additionally, it made it onto Billboard 200’s 77 Greatest Albums List as well as being one of 2005’s top selling records.