A round of applause for Jennifer Lopez, who is still rocking the upbeat hits in her fifties. She exudes energy and excitement. Her latest track, “Can’t Get Enough”, bursts with lively brass tones and romantic vibes. The music video humorously pokes fun at her past marriages, with guests betting on the duration of each union and Lopez ending up with cake on her face. It sets the stage for an album filled with sugary-sweet romantic themes, but unfortunately lacks depth and real emotion.
Those who have watched Lopez’s documentary, “Halftime,” know she possesses immense determination. Twenty-two years ago, she released the album “This is Me… Then,” contemplating a future where she might share more of her life with fans. Little did she imagine that she would later separate from the Hollywood star she once crooned about (Ben Affleck), both having children with other partners, only to reunite and marry two decades later, leading to the creation of “This is Me… Now.”
While many artists find inspiration in heartbreak, JLo claims she is most creative when she is in love. The “Bennifer” era of the early 2000s received a mix of adoration and skepticism from critics, but the media couldn’t get enough of them. In her music video for “Jenny from the Block,” Lopez cleverly addressed the paparazzi intrusion into her relationship with Affleck, emphasizing the importance of staying authentic while simultaneously grappling with the contradicting message of “Look! Don’t look!”
“This is Me… Now” further solidifies Lopez’s dedication to celebrating her reunion with Affleck through music. She believes they are now mature enough to handle the public scrutiny that contributed to their initial split. While the album may not boast the catchy hooks of “Can’t Get Enough,” tracks like “Hearts and Flowers” with its energetic cowbell beats are sure to keep listeners on the dance floor.
Lopez’s background as a dancer is evident in her music, with cupid-strummed harps adding a dreamy layer to her old-school R&B sound. The album’s calming, spa-like strings create a serene backdrop for Lopez’s confident vocals, which effortlessly navigate the rhythmic beats. Her presence exudes the assurance of a woman who has overcome life’s challenges.
The new track ‘Can’t Get Enough’ is filled with romantic excitement and energizing brass instruments, as described by the photographer Norma Jean Roy. Even though she’s still at her best, she showcases her powerful vocals in the heartfelt ballad “Broken Like Me”. Through her raw emotions, she admits to feeling vulnerable due to her honesty about past heartaches. However, some may find the lack of detail in this album slightly disappointing. Despite Jennifer Lopez’s triumphant comeback, her promise to reveal her true self seems somewhat obscured by the polished and sexy production of songs like “Mad in Love” and “Rebound”. In her album “This is Me… Now”, which aims to explore her most intimate relationship, listeners may wish for a deeper insight beyond just mentions of her ring and waiting for the phone to ring. Ultimately, aside from the flashy jewelry, not much more is revealed about her personal life.
