Ellie Goulding

Ellie Goulding
‘Burn
’ which Goulding co-wrote with Ryan Tedder of OneRepublic. It’s uplifting and uptempo, a synth-heavy track that plants a toe in the EDM world. While ‘Burn’ is undeniably catchy, it’s not the singer’s most memorable track to date.

Goulding’s voice is certainly one of the most unique and beguiling in pop music, and it’s one that sticks with you, without ever resorting to being diva-like. Her vocals are angelic and ethereal, and here, she is surrounded by church bells and lots of computerized layers. She literally sounds like an angel.

The chorus is hooky, as Goulding declares, “We’re gonna let it burn, burn, burn,” with a swath of effects placed over her voice. Her vocal style is an acquired taste, but if you love how she uses and manipulates it, then you will certainly feel the heat on this track.