The rest of the album can be argued to be of the same generic one-dimensional rock that floods radio stations today, yet something tells me it has more sincerity than that. In “When We Were Young” she muses, “funny how things just tasted better when we were young,” and then continues with, “I wanna get out/I wanna go home,” implying her wish to be young, naïve and safe in the arms of her mother again. The last song, “Ecstasy,” in which she has thoughts about giving in to temptation, is the most complex of the collection and is best saved for last.

While the lyrics are sometimes weak and the album severely lacks songs that will transcend time such as The Cranberries’ Linger and Dreams, O’Riordan’s first solo effort is gratifying; it is an autobiography of a sophisticated female making it clear she can hold the fortress on her own. More importantly, it showcases O’Riordan’s amazing and recognizable voice—easily the best part of the album. So, like an old childhood friend reentering your life, it’s good to have her back.

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