Common Sense Note
Parents need to know that the theme of this pop album from American Idol's runner-up is relationships and all that entails -- heartbreak, longing, breaking up, and even celebrity crushes (Lewis has admitted to a crush on actress Natalie Portman and sings about it in "Know My Name"). But, the songs speak of mostly innocent feelings about love and contain nothing offensive.
Families can talk about the phenomenon of American Idol contestants releasing huge-selling albums. Do you think Blake Lewis would have made it on his own, without the benefit of exposure on the popular TV show? How does the show mold its artists? Families can also talk about Lewis' choice of an album title. Why did he choose it? And why did he use the acronym? What does it have to do with Lewis or the CD?
Common Sense Review
Reviewed By: Maria Dinoia
Blake Lewis has made no secret of his short attention span, so it's no surprise ADD is the moniker for Attention Deficit Disorder. And that lack of focus sort of invades AUDIO DAY DREAM with a little bit of funky new wave here, old-school hip-hop there, and soulful dance floor ditties thrown in the mix. But, somehow the album still plays together well. Lewis showcases his talent whenever he steps out of his comfort beat-boxing zone as in ballads "How Many Words," "Without You," and "End of the World." Backup vocals from *NSYNC'S Chris Kirkpatrick on "She's Makin' Me Lose It" and Lewis' own unique spin on the classic "Puttin' on the Ritz" melody round out this decent debut from an Idol favorite.
Fans of American Idol might check out music from Kelly Clarkson or Bucky Covington. But for more of Blake's contemporary pop sound, check out Justin Timberlake or Nelly Furtado.
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Sexual Content"He's a gentleman lover/get you under cover" and "Your body's the sin" is as bad as it gets. |
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LanguageA few words here and there: "What the hell/that spell that he got you under?" "Damn, she knows that I'm a fan," and "I hate her even though I love her." |
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CommercialismObvious American Idol tie-in. |
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