Her new album seems embarrassing

The desperation for a hit record has clouded her judgement. She's willing to sink to nearly any level, no matter how stupid, to secure yet another hit album. Partners, though bland, was fine. Unspectacular, but not out and out embarrassing. This album is different. Stupid title, stupid premise and the duet partners?! Jamie Foxx? He's a run of the mill R&B singer. Melissa McCarthy? I know she's America's comedy darling, but can she even sing? The song choice tells me this is just going to be a comedy cut, not proper, serious singing.

Her ego is causing her to act desperately. She's a legend, forever A-list and with a respected body of work, but I sense she craves relevance. She can't quietly fade into the show business background, no, no. She has to feel she's still relevant enough to sell records, attract crowds to hear her aging voice. It's rather sad. The fact she won't give up on Gypsy is further proof of her determination to stay in the spotlight.

I think it would be better to focus on directing and humble herself to accept smaller roles in excellent films. This will likely never happen, at least the latter, so we can look forward to Partners Part 3: Babs and Bieber. Sales at the cost of artistry.