Monday, April 28
 
Battle Of The Sting Samplers

Craig David and the Sugababes have both at the exact same time decided to release thier Sting Shape Of My Heart samplin' tunes to Aussie radio. If they are feeling very optimistic, they may even release them to record stores. But who's version will most likely top the charts? Let's look at the facts for:

THE CRAIG DAVID VS SUGABABES STING CHALLENGE


Video features Sting

Craig David Yes. One point
Sugababes No. Zero points

Video features Craig David

Craig David Yes. Minus ten Points
Sugababes No. Five points

Similarity to original title

Craig David No. Zero points
Sugababes Yes. One point

'Shape of my heart' line used in right spot

Craig David No. Zero points
Sugababes Yes. One point

Lyrics use pack of cards as a metaphor

Craig David No. Zero points
Sugababes Yes. One point

Song used as desperate measure after all previous singles have flopped

Craig David Yes. Minus five points
Sugababes Not so much. Minus one point

THE TALLY

Craig David - 14
Sugababes 8

The Verdict= The Sugababes version is far superior. Chart postition predictions as follows:

Rise And Fall 56
Shape 34

I think the lesson we can all learn here is: Don't sample Sting songs.