Jump (CD-Single)

Out of all the singles released during Madonna's "Confessions on a Dance Floor" era, I feel "Jump" is by far the best. The song itself is Madonna at her best; a sort of inspirational, pop pick-me-up inspiring people to not allow the pressures and trials of life get you down and go for what you want and never to "look back". Single wise, this is the first maxi-single in ages to actually include an extended mix. Not only is the extended version of "Jump" true to the original but it adds in great vocal effects at the start and ending to really give the song an epic-dance feel to it. The Jacques Lu Cont mix of Jump removes the upbeat dance feel of the song and adds in a more mysterious, darker tone that actually gives the song new life. The Axwell mix and the Mixshapes are both pretty good as well; very club-ready and unlike some of the past singles, they actually make good use of the vocals and don't completely hack away at the original song and the message. What also makes "Jump" stand out from the other releases is the unreleased song from 'Confessions' titled "History." To me, it's one of Madonna best b-sides and is album worthy. Heavy-dance beat with a plea for people to take a look at the world we live in and to actually do something to make it better. This, to me, is Madonna at her best; not only does she bring a nice dance beat with great production and a nice show of her vocals, but she also has lyrics that actually SAY something and have meaning. This is probably the last single from "Confessions" but wow, this is a way to close out another album era. This is a must own and draws strength from the variety and great production each mix was given. While the "Hung Up" and "Get Together" singles both seemed to be a bit repetitive and not do the album-version of the songs justice, this single actually does a great job of offering listeners the song as it was on the album and different interpretations; from a darker, moodier, version as captured by Jacques Lu Cont to the techno-club ready tracks made by Axwell and Mixshapes. Plus, as an added bonus you have the epic-feel Extended mix and the unreleased, remixed version of 'History'. BUY this single, you won't be dissapointed. Are you ready to jump?