With so many cookie-cutter pop artists coming into the public eye every year, it is always a treat when you find someone unique and different. Mika is such an artist, and there is no one that does what he does. Classically trained, but fascinated with the art that goes into creating a pop song, Mika not only sounds different than other artists, but his entire aesthetic is unique to him. From his fashion sense, to his tour set designs, to his song lyrics, to his artwork, to his awesome falsetto, everything is entirely Mika and it's almost like he's created a little world of his own for his music. He is extremely dedicated to every part of what it takes to be a successful pop star and works very hard to make sure everything comes together as he wants it. While Mika's music is probably not everyone's cup of tea, there is no denying that his songs get stuck in your head. Love him or hate him, Mika knows how to write a song.
When I was able to find the time to sit down and listen to Mika's first album in it's entirety, I was hooked right away. His music is just so fun to listen to, and then when you actually listen to what the lyrics are saying, the songs take on a whole new meaning. He has a tendency to put deep, sorrowful lyrics atop bouncy, light sounding melodies, and the contrast is quite interesting. And to top it all off, he is just adorable in all of his interviews and fun to watch perform. Though I have only known about him for a short while, Mika has become one of my all time favorite artists, and I can't wait to see what he comes up with next!
- Jen