Tough Lover Burlesque Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

Okay, Let's Talk About the Burlesque Soundtrack...

Confession time! I have a deeply unpopular opinion. Prepare yourselves, internet.

I think the Burlesque Original Motion Picture Soundtrack is… criminally underrated.

Hear Me Out! (Please?)

Yes, the movie itself is... well, it's a cinematic experience. A sparkly, feathered, occasionally nonsensical cinematic experience.

But the soundtrack? Forget the plot holes! Forget the questionable dialogue! The *songs* are gold.

And I’m ready to defend that statement to the very end!

It's More Than Just "Show Me How You Burlesque"

Okay, "Show Me How You Burlesque" is undeniably catchy. It’s like a glitter bomb of sass exploding in your ears.

Christina Aguilera's vocals are insane! Seriously, she belts those notes like she's personally offended by their existence.

But to dismiss the whole soundtrack based on that one song? That's like judging a book by its sequined cover!

Diva Power, Unleashed

The whole thing is a celebration of unapologetic diva power! It's the perfect soundtrack for getting ready to go out.

Or, let's be real, for lip-syncing into your hairbrush in your pajamas.

There's something empowering about belting out "Express" while you're doing the dishes. Don't judge, you know you've done it.

Unexpected Bangers and Hidden Gems

Beyond the big hits, there are some serious hidden gems. Songs that deserve way more love.

Remember "Tough Lover"? Etta James originally sang that song!

And Aguilera's version? A *total* banger. She makes it entirely her own.

Don't Even Get Me Started on Cher

And then there's Cher. Need I say more?

Her presence alone elevates the whole thing to legendary status. It's Cher! She invented legendary!

Her songs add a layer of gravitas and soulful depth to the proceedings. Even within the glitz and glamour.

So, What's the Verdict?

Maybe I'm blinded by nostalgia. Maybe I just have a weakness for powerful female vocals.

Or maybe, just maybe, the Burlesque soundtrack is genuinely good. A sparkly, over-the-top guilty pleasure that deserves a little more respect.

So go on, admit it. You secretly love it too. Just embrace the glitter!

Don't be ashamed. Let the rhinestones wash over you. Listen to the Burlesque soundtrack. And let the diva within shine.

"It takes a lot of money to look this cheap!" - Dolly Parton (and probably what someone in the movie *Burlesque* was thinking.)

Now if you'll excuse me, I need to go practice my chair dancing.