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Fearless (by Taylor Swift, Country)

common sense media says

Insightful country love songs have broad appeal.

parents & educators say
  • 40% say there are positive messages
  • 30% say there are positive role models
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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that the songs on this album are mostly about being young, in love, and let down in love. There's a mix of joy and despair, but even the more angst-ridden songs have an empowering message and put the pain of breaking up or being overlooked by boys in perspective. The lyrics generally kid-appropriate, though one song does allude to virginity loss.

Positive messages: A lot of the songs show some maturity and insight about relationships, which should help teens get some perspective on their own heartaches.
Violence: Not applicable.
Sex: Kissing is mentioned. One song alludes to losing virginity to someone who "changed his mind."
Language: Not applicable.
Consumerism: Not applicable.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.
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Families can talk about Taylor Swift's enormous success and widespread appeal. Do you think she's popular because her music speaks to more than just country fans? Which of the songs on this album can you relate to the most? Many of the songs seem very personal. How do you think it would feel to have your private life in the spotlight, as many celebrities do?

What's the story?

What's the story?

FEARLESS is like a soundtrack to the emotional roller coaster commonly known as high school. Songs deal with liking someone so much that you can't breathe when they're not there ("Breathe"), the frustration of knowing that you're better for a guy than the girl he's with ("You Belong with Me"), the pain of a 15-year-old broken heart ("Fifteen"), the exciting rush of a first date ("Fearless"), and the disappointments of dating a jerk ("Tell Me Why," "You're Not Sorry"). There's also a heartfelt song about a mother-daughter relationship ("The Best Day") that's bound to bring a tear to any parent's eyes.

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 
Even the biggest cynic will find it hard not to see the good in this album. Swift manages to cover "boy-crazy" themes in a way that has broad appeal, even to those who aren't teens. Her lyrics, while simple, are honest and genuine, and they show insight and maturity. On the track "Fifteen," Taylor sings "But in your life you'll do things greater than dating the boy on the football team." And you can't help but wonder how much easier high school would have been if you'd known the things you learned about life -- and yourself -- a little later on.

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Music Details
Released on: November 11, 2008
Label: Big Machine Records
Genre: Country
This review was written by Denise Duval
 
 

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Based on 10 parent & educator reviews:
  • 40% say there are positive messages
  • 30% say there are positive role models
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Libstudent9
teen, 14 years old
12
 
taylor swift album was so beautiful and unique.but this album is really for teens because taylor swift is also a teen to and she know what some teens are going through .some adults too.
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emniki422
kid, 12 years old
11
 
Amazing!
I love this album. It's one of my favorites. There is nothing to be concerned about in this album. One song - Fifteen - says "And Abigail gave everything she had to a boy who changed his mind". This is an amazing album. I would recommend it to anyone.
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Limeslime1
kid, 11 years old
6
 
AWESOME!!!!!!1
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urbanrunner460
teen, 17 years old
13
 
A bit boy obsessive, but wholesome
My first reaction to this CD was that it was very focused on teenage relationships, but it still had that fun, modern/country twist Swift is famous for. No swears, innapropriate sexual messages, or risky behavior, which is rare for Top 40 music today. I would say this is great music for tweens+, just be careful they don't become obsessed with boys and getting into a relationship!
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pasofinodee
adult
10
 
If you could only take one CD to listen to on a road trip - Taylor Swift wins
My 11 year old daughter plays Fearless every time we're in the car and grabs me from the other room so I can watch the videos on CMT. It really is a wonderful change from the pop fluff on Radio Disney (sorry HSM3)
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smileyfacelover
teen, 16 years old
8
 
AMAZING! Taylor Swift is very talented!
This CD is amazing! I think Taylor Swift's songs are applicable to everyone's lives at one point in time. There's a Taylor Swift song for everything life throws at you- well almost everything :) This CD is clean and fun! People of all ages will love it! Also, regarding the person who posted below me... Ke$ha's albums contain a TON of sexual/drug related material along with occasional cuss words. Taylor Swift has none of that in this album and this is totally a family friendly CD- unlike Ke$ha's "Animal" album.
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jirachigirl9
kid, 12 years old
2
 
A tween or teen's fav CD!
Awesome songs for everyone! Squeaky-clean songs! :3
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arthur16morgana
teen, 16 years old
9
 
love taylor
me and my friends and mom love her. i have her on kareoke. my mom like her song 15 so much that cried while listening to it.
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Sunset Horizons
kid, 11 years old
10
 
I don't see why people have a problem with her singing! There's no explict words, and would you rather have your kids listen to Ke$ha and other much more adult singers?
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hallieandelenasmom
parent of 10 and 14 year old
6
 
Okay, I just think the one reference to virginity??
My kids love that song. Hallie knows what she means, but Elena's completely oblivious.
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helenmirrenrox
adult
10
 
TS
This is a nice CD. She carries on even when her heart is broken and teaches about REAL love and kid fairytales. She does mention love, kisses and a secret love but, all in a nice normal mannor.
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revolting slob
teen, 16 years old
6
 
is aother great song by Taylor Swift
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gomezgirl
kid, 12 years old
11
 
Amazing and with True Passion & Meaning to Every Song!!
I feel Taylor Swift is an amazing person who can sing and has great messages to her songs. She sings about love which actually IS NOT a bad thing. My favorite song is "Forever & Always." P. S I'd give this more than five stars if possible.
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Americangirlfo ...
teen, 14 years old
12
 
Great song!
Like my title says its great. And it has a fun tune to it. she is a good role model to 5 out of 5
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greeneyes707
teen, 13 years old
2
 
ALL AGES ALLOWED!
i think this is great its age appropriate for evryone
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Christian gurl
teen, 15 years old
13
 
Good 4 teens, too much love stuff
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taylorswiftfan667
kid, 13 years old
5
 
GO TAYLOR
she is a wonderful role model
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yihua
kid, 13 years old
10
 
I listened to this cd many times over and over again and it never gets old. I'm learning to play it on the piano too. I love Taylor Swift. My favorite songs are Fifteen, love story, hey stephen, fearless, and forever and always.
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clahenmelon
teen, 18 years old
10
 
Taylor Swift is great role model
Taylor Swift is a really good role model- she stays clean with her lyrics, and has awesome songs- She is awesome
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Horsejumper
adult
8
 
great album for everyone!!!
I love her songs, I really liked this album "Love song" is really good!
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