Album: Listen Up!

Introduction
"Listen Up!" is the debut studio album of American singer-songwriter Haley Reinhart, a previous American Idol Season 10 finalist. Launched on May 22, 2012, by Interscope Records and 19 Recordings, the album features a collection of emotional pop, R&B, and retro-inspired tracks that showcase Reinhart's effective vocals and creative versatility. Reinhart got a number of accomplished manufacturers and songwriters for the album, consisting of Rob Kleiner, busbee, Rune Westberg, and Chris Seefried, to name a few.

The album got favorable reviews from music critics, with Reinhart's vocals and the album's production being specific highlights. "Listen Up!" debuted at number 17 on the Billboard 200 chart and spawned three singles: "Free", "Liar", and "Undone".

Background and Production
After her success as a finalist on American Idol Season 10, Haley Reinhart signed a record deal with Interscope Records and 19 Recordings in July 2011. The singer started working on her launching album in late 2011, expressing a desire to produce a noise that mixed her love for classic pop, R&B, and jazz while preserving contemporary impacts.

Reinhart dealt with a variety of manufacturers and songwriters for the album. This consisted of collaborations with Rob Kleiner, who produced and co-wrote two of the album's tracks, "Wasted Tears" and "Now That You're Here", along with co-writing "Liar" and "Undone". Busbee worked together with Reinhart on "Free", which was launched as the album's lead single, and Rune Westberg produced and co-wrote the ballad "Wonderland".

Reinhart likewise had the chance to co-write with previous Idol judge Kara DioGuardi for the song "Hit the Ground Runnin,'" which she referred to as "sassy, cool, and soulful". Throughout the album's production, Reinhart intended to keep creative control, with her design and character apparent in the final product.

Music and Lyrics
"Listen Up!" features a diverse mix of musical designs, leaning greatly on pop, R&B, and jazz influences. Reinhart's vocals shine through on each track, demonstrating her impressive range, control, and emotive capabilities.

The album's lead single, "Free", showcases Reinhart's unique singing stylings in a breezy pop-R & B track with hints of jazz. "Liar", a funky, soulful number, brings an empowering message of calling out dishonesty in a relationship. "Undone", a heartbreaking ballad, highlights Reinhart's powerful vocals and emotional delivery.

"Listen Up!" also showcases Reinhart's love for classic noises with tracks like "Oh My!", which includes rap artist B.o.B, and "Wonderland", a dreamy pop ballad with lush production. The album includes appealing, positive tracks such as "Now That You're Here" and "Keep Coming Back", while reflective tunes like "Wasted Tears" and "Walking on Heaven" deal depth to the general collection.

Reception and Legacy
"Listen Up!" gotten typically positive evaluations from music critics. Numerous applauded Reinhart's vocal expertise and the album's varied sound, with some critics drawing contrasts to the work of artists like Adele, Duffy, and Amy Winehouse. The album debuted at number 17 on the Billboard 200 chart and offered 20,000 copies in its first week.

The release of "Listen Up!" established Reinhart as a skilled singer-songwriter with a special sound that deftly blends vintage and modern impacts. She continues to construct on this foundation with her subsequent albums, consistently showcasing her effective vocals and creative vision.