Jon Caramanica critiques Alex Warren's popular song 'Ordinary' in a recent car-stereo review. He finds it frustratingly catchy, likening its build-up and emotional resonance to a blend of various influences, yet feels it's excessively sentimental and tacky — especially in the context of heartfelt music. Despite its widespread appeal and omnipresence, Caramanica identifies alternative songs that deliver genuine emotion without the eye-rolling effect, highlighting a desire for more authenticity in modern pop music.
Every single part of this song is designed for the easiest, most friction-free absorption. Please give it up for Alex Warren.
Now I like tacky songs, but this song is fearfully tacky. If you like sentimental music, can I at least point you in the direction of something a little more genuinely moving?
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