As something of an old rock and roll guy, I was all set to hate this album when I unwrapped the gift wrap it came to me in. I don't recall why, but I had had a misguided belief that Pink was yet another whining 20-something with more attitude and angst than actual talent. But I'm happy to admit that I was SO incredibly wrong -- this is a great album.

Why?

1. It's funny. Songs like "Stupid Girls" and "U + UR Hand" are hilariously on-target at skewering certain audiences, and they provide a nice balance to the more serious songs on the album.

2. It's meaningful. Even Pink's funny songs have more genuine meaning underlying them than most pop artists' entire songbooks, and the more socially-conscious and spiritual ones can tear your heart out. "Dear Mr. President" and "I Have Seen the Rain" are particularly poignant tracks. Make no mistake, this woman is serious and should be taken as such.

3. It's intelligent. Listen to this album, then listen to anything by Britney Spears or Christine Whoever -- the distinction will be clear. Whether you like particular songs or not is a matter of taste, but the fact that the lyrics are smart and the music fitting is undeniable. Brilliant stuff.

4. It's easy on the ears. While there's nothing overwhelmingly new to this album musically, it's more rock than pop and it's done very well. There's a fresh crispness to all but the slowest songs, which makes it a fun listen no matter what you're doing at the time.

Hey, if an old geezer like me can get into this, so can you. It's a terrific album, well worth the price, and I suggest you go for it.

Alecia Moore, where have you been? We took you home in 2000 with “Can’t Take me Home”, we totally understood you when you were “M!ssundaztood” in 2001, we tried “Try This” in 2003 - and then you left us without even a note.

Now that we know that you’re okay, we want to say thank goodness you’re okay, congratulations on your marriage, and thanks for this great new album.

Lead off single and first track “Stupid Girls” is a scathing commentary on the extra-skinny (and bulimic) popular girls (and celebrities) who would do anything to extend their 15 minutes of fame, while second track “Who Knew” immediately takes down the pace, P!nk style, about lost love.

“I wish I could touch you again

I wish I could still call you a friend

I'd give anything”

Third track “Long Way to Happy” is another song about break-ups and recovery, and very emotionally done. Another sad song follows with “Nobody Knows”, and then she controversially takes on George W. Bush with her open letter about poverty and homelessness.

Other can’t-miss tracks are the title track, and the up tempo and often naughty tracks that follow it, such as “Cuz I Can”; my favorite (albeit expletive ridden) “Leave Me Alone (I’m Lonely)” and second single “U & Ur Hand” which would stop a pick-up artist dead in his tracks. Listen up also for the hidden track with her Dad, which he wrote, according to P!nk, back in Vietnam about 40 years ago, and was the first song she ever performed.

The UK album has two extra tracks “Fingers” and “Centerfold”, two songs that make it worthwhile getting the UK version of this album.

The songs on this album more than prove that P!nk’s not dead, but still ready to tell it like it is.

Amanda Richards, April 4, 2006

Pink continues to break the mold. Love U and your hand. I especially love Dear Mr. President! She has a strong voice and attitude. She continues to wow us with her thoughtful lyrics.

Such a talent! Her lyrics are unbelievable! If you like Janis Joplin, you will like Pink! I urge those x-hippies to try this album--you won't be disappointed.

Pink is simply the best. Each of her cd's is better than the last and everyone one is good. She's the only singer out there who consistantly has top quality songs on every cd she makes. Unlike so many "great" singers or groups, she always has tons of songs that resonate with you, not just 2 or three. From her soulfull voice, her lyrics which are actually about things, to the intsrumentals, rythm and beat of her songs, she puts all other female singers to shame. In my opion she is not just the best female singer in the world, but the best musician going on period. It's a shame I'm Not Dead recieved so little recognition or acclaim and that Stupid Girls, the only song that really broke though, was not even close to the best on here. Listen to tunes like 'Long Way To Happy', 'Cuz I Can', 'I'm Not Dead', 'Runaway'. Wow, unreal and awesome stuff. You will absolutly love this cd. Thanks, Pink.