Britney Spears’s new album “Britney Jean” elegantly demonstrates the breadth and depth of her talent as an artist. From the opening song, “Alien,” where she shares her feelings of isolation and loneliness that have developed due to her status as an international pop star and sex symbol to the closing track “Perfume,” discussing her feelings of jealousy and possessiveness in being the other woman in some relationship.

The best-selling single from the album, “Work B**ch,” is a dance mix explaining that superstardom and success are a direct result of a good work ethic rather than luck, talent or plastic surgery.

Britney is obviously inspired by a number of other popular songs; her own tracks strongly reminiscent of other recent popular hits. Her artistic use of electronic sounds and autotuning demonstrate a unique understanding of musical theory, in addition to helping her sing a few hard-to-reach notes.

It’s interesting that in the last few tracks, Britney turns a little religious: she sings the praises of the “Brightest Morning Star,” and in the next track speaks of how he comes to her in her dreams and tells her what she needs to know. It is good to see pop stars unashamed to talk about their beliefs in their music.

Overall, “Britney Jean” is a classic Britney album and quintessential of her work, worth its price for any true fan.