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Girls Aloud: 'The Loving Kind'
Released on Monday, Jan 12 2009
Published Thursday, Dec 25 2008, 11:42 GMT | By David Balls | 40 comments

If 'The Promise' was the foreplay, consider 'The Loving Kind' the full-blown bedroom action. Penned by the Pet Shop Boys and produced by longtime collaborators Xenomania, it weds hauntingly melancholy vocals - full credit to Nicola Roberts here - to a sense of dancefloor euphoria totally at odds with the teary-eyed lyrics. The result is nothing short of dazzling, meaning 'The Loving Kind' deserves a place alongside 'Biology' and 'Call The Shots' on the list of Girls Aloud's finest ever singles.

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sexy paws, on April 18th, 2009
awesome song, love girls aloud, if u dont like them you have something wrong with u!!!!!
awesome song, love girls aloud, if u dont like them you have something wrong with u!!!!!
Tom, Lancs., on February 20th, 2009
They are the loving kind to most of the people in the UK so they deserve to be with the top greatest bands.
They are the loving kind to most of the people in the UK so they deserve to be with the top greatest bands.
Trent, OH, on February 19th, 2009
fracking genius! yes we are high.
fracking genius! yes we are high.
Mel Leeds, on February 2nd, 2009
Girls aloud are awesome ... if you don t,like them then dont comment
Girls aloud are awesome ... if you don t,like them then dont comment
jade birmingham , on January 19th, 2009
all the ppl hu h8 girls aloud they need to grow up n get a life cuz this band is the best there is they have got gud songs and they get really gud reviews off other ppl so u no get a grip with urself when i first herd one of there songs i thought it was crap n they were crap but the songs have grew on me nw so i love all of their songs so every1 hu h8s their songs ant the band build a bridge nd get ova it. i think i have sed enough nw
all the ppl hu h8 girls aloud they need to grow up n get a life cuz this band is the best there is they have got gud songs and they get really gud reviews off other ppl so u no get a grip with urself when i first herd one of there songs i thought it was crap n they were crap but the songs have grew on me nw so i love all of their songs so every1 hu h8s their songs ant the band build a bridge nd get ova it. i think i have sed enough nw
Jon, Surrey, on January 16th, 2009
This band are my fave band ever, loved em since their conception and they never fail to let me down, they just keep gettin better! Hope they release either rolling back the rivers in time, love is pain or untouchable next :) keep going strong girls ur the greatest and PS. i'll see you in manchester in May xxx
This band are my fave band ever, loved em since their conception and they never fail to let me down, they just keep gettin better! Hope they release either rolling back the rivers in time, love is pain or untouchable next :) keep going strong girls ur the greatest and PS. i'll see you in manchester in May xxx
Andy, Hull, on January 13th, 2009
The girls success speaks for itself! They clearly have a fan base and know how to appeal to it. The song is alright as are most of their tracks, I am by no means a particular fan of GA, but I do appreciate their success. Love the way that people assume that because they don't like a track their opinion is more valid than the record buying public. Rule of thumb is, don't like it? Don't buy it!
The girls success speaks for itself! They clearly have a fan base and know how to appeal to it. The song is alright as are most of their tracks, I am by no means a particular fan of GA, but I do appreciate their success. Love the way that people assume that because they don't like a track their opinion is more valid than the record buying public. Rule of thumb is, don't like it? Don't buy it!
khat, on January 13th, 2009
i cant stand this band wat is up with every1 taking a shine 2 em they r the worst girl band 2 hit uk.they r so untalented but yet they still do well.i dont no y.and this track as as crap as their others.grow up girls ur embarasing
i cant stand this band wat is up with every1 taking a shine 2 em they r the worst girl band 2 hit uk.they r so untalented but yet they still do well.i dont no y.and this track as as crap as their others.grow up girls ur embarasing
BenJ, London, on January 13th, 2009
One of the best Girls Aloud singles yet... All the haters really need to just get over it. You probably would like this song if you didn't know it was by Girls Aloud! After reading a few reviews "they have stolen the Spice Girls image" ??!! What?! They do not have individual nick names and dress in different gimmicky outfits and their style of music is totally different! They do write some of their own music, but really who cares?! Whitney Houston, Beyonce, Pussycat Dolls ect do not write their music either at least Girls Aloud have penned a few of their own tracks. Anyway, they are just a fun pop act and the most popular in the UK and fast becoming in Europe with this album. They are at the top of their game right now and with this looking to be their record breaking 20th top 10 single I really don't need to say anymore! Keep up the good work Girls!
One of the best Girls Aloud singles yet... All the haters really need to just get over it. You probably would like this song if you didn't know it was by Girls Aloud! After reading a few reviews "they have stolen the Spice Girls image" ??!! What?! They do not have individual nick names and dress in different gimmicky outfits and their style of music is totally different! They do write some of their own music, but really who cares?! Whitney Houston, Beyonce, Pussycat Dolls ect do not write their music either at least Girls Aloud have penned a few of their own tracks. Anyway, they are just a fun pop act and the most popular in the UK and fast becoming in Europe with this album. They are at the top of their game right now and with this looking to be their record breaking 20th top 10 single I really don't need to say anymore! Keep up the good work Girls!
Gareth, Southampton, on January 12th, 2009
I totally agree, I think this is definately in their top 5 best singles. With Girls Aloud we know by now we are going to get something which you can dance to, but the vocals on this are brilliant. Nicola's bit is definately the best part.
I totally agree, I think this is definately in their top 5 best singles. With Girls Aloud we know by now we are going to get something which you can dance to, but the vocals on this are brilliant. Nicola's bit is definately the best part.
Alan, Cork, on January 12th, 2009
Whoah, calm down DS! I do really like this song by Girls Aloud, but this is NOT a 5/5 song. Just Dance was fully deserved but to try and give this 5/5 is just ridiculous. Still really good though!!
Whoah, calm down DS! I do really like this song by Girls Aloud, but this is NOT a 5/5 song. Just Dance was fully deserved but to try and give this 5/5 is just ridiculous. Still really good though!!
PJ,London, on January 11th, 2009
Best song theyve done so far
Best song theyve done so far
Doc, on January 11th, 2009
GA have some cracking tunes don't they. This wouldn't make my top 3 of GA tunes. But it's up there. Just goes to show the importance of having a good song writing team. Bands often hit the skids when they get famous and make the mistake of wanting to write their own stuff. Thankfully, GA have the sense to stick to what they do best - performing and looking yummy!
GA have some cracking tunes don't they. This wouldn't make my top 3 of GA tunes. But it's up there. Just goes to show the importance of having a good song writing team. Bands often hit the skids when they get famous and make the mistake of wanting to write their own stuff. Thankfully, GA have the sense to stick to what they do best - performing and looking yummy!
pete cox/bristol, on January 10th, 2009
Best camp video ever, i love this song too
Best camp video ever, i love this song too
Jen, Essex, on January 10th, 2009
:)
:)
Alex, Bristol, on January 8th, 2009
I hope they release Miss You Bow Wow next to make up for this disappointment...Usually love them but this song doesn't show them off at all in my opinion
I hope they release Miss You Bow Wow next to make up for this disappointment...Usually love them but this song doesn't show them off at all in my opinion
Anna, London, on January 8th, 2009
Five stars? Seriously? This group is the most overrated pop act in the UK. They sound like little girls, their voices don't complement each other's at all, they can't write and their songs make no sense. It's no wonder they can't sell half a record in any other country.
Five stars? Seriously? This group is the most overrated pop act in the UK. They sound like little girls, their voices don't complement each other's at all, they can't write and their songs make no sense. It's no wonder they can't sell half a record in any other country.
Mike, Gib, on January 6th, 2009
From the moment I heard this song, I knew it was gold! The single edit is even better! Hope it's another Number One for the girls!
From the moment I heard this song, I knew it was gold! The single edit is even better! Hope it's another Number One for the girls!
Koy, London, on January 5th, 2009
It took me a while to really like 'The Loving Kind' but, I absolutely love it now!!! Nicola's voice is amazing and, the emotion and heartache that she portrays in her voice when she says ''I'd do anything...'' is so beautiful. The video is really good aswell, one of their best IMO.
It took me a while to really like 'The Loving Kind' but, I absolutely love it now!!! Nicola's voice is amazing and, the emotion and heartache that she portrays in her voice when she says ''I'd do anything...'' is so beautiful. The video is really good aswell, one of their best IMO.







best song ever luv the girls will they ever group up again