Backstreet's Back, All Right!!

OHMYGOSH, Ya'll.

Have you heard the new Backstreet Boys CD? Well, WHY NOT?

Seriously. Is it even possible to convey with mere words how much I love this disc? Probably not. I have always been a fan of the BSB's *gasp*, but this album is fabulous. Edgy. Dramatic. Melodic. Grown Up! It's so good that I can even almost forgive Nick Carter for being related to Aaron Carter. Stupid, talentless Aaron Carter.

I have owned it for approximately five days and I already know all the words. And Phillip laughs at my uncanny ability to identify at any given moment exactly which BSB is singing lead and who's singing harmony. And I know I am risking sending my cousin Amy into cardiac arrest, but I can honestly say that the Backstreet Boys have officially replaced the New Kids on the Block as my favorite fivesome. Sorry, Cuz!

It seems like Phillip and I have celebrated several milestones with the BSB's. I can remember packing up our second apartment and moving into our first house while listening to Millenium over and over and over. Despite gramatically challenged lyrics like "Does his gifts come from the heart?" and "Does his friends get all your time?", it's still fun to listen to. Very Poppy and quite Danceable.

Then, I can remember painting this house while listening to Black & Blue. Again, not musical genius, but still fun.

But now, the BSB's have really connected with me - a 30 year old wife and mother who likes to read and paint and hang out in the sunshine with her little boy. Good stuff. Plus, there's one song with an almost Cure-esque hook at the beginning, so you know I like that.

Check it out. Really. And don't you dare laugh at me.