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Chariot

(2003, Indie rock, by Gavin DeGraw, Label: J-Records)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 11, age appropriate for kids over 12; suggested age 13.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    DeGraw's debut album is original, emotional.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 13 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    He seems like a really nice guy.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Not an issue.
  • Sex:

    It's all about the romance.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    One song, "Chemical Party," has drug and drinking references.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Chariot

Parents need to know that this CD manages to deal with love, lust, loss, and hope without relying on four-letter words or sexist posturing, and the music is supported by a stellar cast of studio-smart pros.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about whether they think DeGraw's mom made him practice the piano while the other kids TP'd the police station. If so, it paid off big time. In other words, discuss the benefits of taking music lessons seriously.

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  1. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Virginia
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    I must sing along

    I love Gavin DeGraw. He's so talented and he obviously knows what he's doing. Unlike other artists his songs don't all sound extremely similar. Gavin's music is unique and refreshing in the midst of today's same old same old music.

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    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

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