The Climb

• Original Release Date: March 24, 2009
• Release Date: March 24, 2009
• Label: Walt Disney
• Copyright: (C) 2009 Disney Enterprises, Inc.
• Song Length: 3:55 minutes
• Genres: Soundtracks/General
• ASIN: B001W3T44W

Some may think this song is for 'tweens' only and dismiss this because it's 'Disney' and from the Hannah Montana movie soundtrack. Personally, I couldn't care less that this girl is only 15 or 16 or whatever she is...all I know it that I get chills every time I listen to this song.

Sure, it's cliche in a way, and obviously written to be a commercial success. But, the songwriters here have done a fantastic job of crafting an extremely inspirational tune...I love the fact you don't have to be a rocket scientist to figure out the message of keeping the faith, battling through our struggles and never giving up. It hits me right in the gut and the heart.

It starts soft with just piano and Miley's vocal and builds to a soaring chorus with full instrumentation. Although I've never liked a Miley Cyrus song before, she excels this time around and leans toward her country roots, passionately and sincerely delivering the message in a way that can make a 42-year-old man like myself almost tear up. Laugh at me all you want, but before you do, really give this song a good listen, because I believe many can and will be inspired by "The Climb".

Fly On The Wall

• Original Release Date: July 22, 2008
• Release Date: July 22, 2008
• Label: Hollywood Records
• Copyright: (C) 2008 Hollywood Records, Inc.
• Song Length: 2:31 minutes
• Genres: Pop/General, Dance & DJ/Dance Pop, Pop/Vocal Pop
• ASIN: B001CF242E

While Miley Cyrus unlike the other wannabe artists have really set a down to Earth positive role for tweens, she sadly has yet to fulfill her distinctive voice. It has been so hard for her to escape her Hannah Montana image, but she is still trying, and that is shown with her single Fly On The Wall, the second single from her album Breakout. The song shows that she is trying to give a harder edge to her voice, and appeal to her fans. The songs has a good edge, but it isn't as strong as was the case that Miley showcased well with 7 Things. I felt a little lost with the song, but I do hope that Miley can try to bring out the better in her voice with her next single. She needs to show more strength in her style.