This is the moment at which 18 mwaka old Disney teen pop princess Demi Lovato emerges from personal trauma to step mbele as a young adult pop artist. It is no surprise that she would emerge from a stay in rehab and treatment for bipolar disorder with a statement of strength in song. However, it is her choice of collaborators that help make “Skyscraper” truly memorable. It sports the simultaneously fragile but resilient feel of collaborator Kerli’s work while being guided with the surefire mainstream pop hand of veteran Toby Gad. Here Demi Lovato looks serious about being not only a Disney teen idol but also a true pop artist.

Pros

Demi Lovato’s breathy, intimate vocals that evolve into a tower of strength
Riveting, vivid, inspirational lyrics
Sympathetic instrumental track

Cons

No significant negatives here

Description

Written kwa Demi Lovato, Toby Gad, Kerli, and Lindy Robbins
Produced kwa Toby Gad
Released July 2011 kwa Hollywood Records