Twinkle

A Mi Me Gusta Ser Yo * It’s Ok To Be Me

Twinkle Time, 2021

8/10

Listen to A Mi Me Gusta Ser Yo * It’s Ok To Be Me

A Peruvian American pop star who caters to families and kids, Twinkle returns with her 4th album, and injects EDM, hip-hop and Broadway influences into a bilingual listen that’s a whole lot of fun.

The title track starts the listen with a buzzing and infectious energy of club friendly rock, where Twinkle’s smooth pipes relay a very important message, and it isn’t long until “Brand New Day” brings a soulful and lively pop-rock delivery.

Deeper into the listen, “Gatekeeper”, with Jace Blain, offers a stylish and melodic display of mature pop song craft, while short pieces like “No Boxes No Labels” offer sage-like advice and inspiration for our children. “Mask It Up” then bounces and flows with a sing-along quality that will get your body moving as Twinkle reinforces some important behavior.

“LOVE” arrives near the end with a firm beat and subtle R&B nods that you won’t soon forget, and “Together” recruits MC Magic and Izzi Def for a breezy, brass flavored and hip-hop friendly album highlight.

Sometimes referred to as the ‘Lady Gaga for kids’, Twinkle brings immediately memorable music and lyrics that all the youngsters will benefit from, as she channels ‘80s Top 40 as well as today’s dance rock, and it makes for an entertaining and smart listen.

Travels well with: Jenn Cleary- All Together Now; Stacey Peasley- Make It Happen