Stacie Orrico

Asia exclusive edition of 2003 album includes a bonus AVCD (audio/video) featuring three videos (playable on all TVs and DVD players), 'Stuck', '(There's Gotta Be) More To Life', & 'I Promise' along with a photo gallery & nine audio tracks, 'I Could Be The One', 'Stuck' (Acoustic), 'Strong Enough' (Acoustic), '(There's Gotta Be) More To Life' (Acoustic), 'Until I Find You', 'Star Of My Story', '(There's Gotta Be) More To Life' (GoodandEvil/Ruff Ryders Remix feat. Jin), 'Stuck' (Rhythmic Mix), & 'I Promise' (Boris & Beck Radio Mix). Slipcase. EMI. 2004.

As a precocious 14-year-old, Stacie Orrico made her music biz debut with Genuine, a remarkably soulful release that went gold without much fanfare other than that generated by a limited supporting role on tour with Destiny’s Child. Now all of 16, Orrico shows more youthful moxy in a self-titled collection of upbeat pop and more R&B-influenced tracks. Her expressive vocals continue to belie the fact that she’s merely a teenager, as she draws inspiration from idols ranging from Ella Fitzgerald to Lauryn Hill. Orrico also co-wrote eight of her release’s 12 tracks, including hit single "Stuck," an ode to school-age love. Certainly Orrico leans heavy on the talents of producers Tedd T, Dallas Austin, and the Underdogs, who combine to give the exuberant youngster a silky-smooth sound. But for critics who would label Orrico as another propped-up teen artist, check out her starkly revealing ballad "Strong Enough," which shows us a young girl on the edge seeking wholeness in her spirituality. That genuineness, combined with a wealth of vocal talent, makes Stacie Orrico someone to watch. Michael Lyttle