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Measure of a Man

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4 stars

Good for the whole family -- especially tweens.

Artist: Clay Aiken
Genre: Pop Label: RCA Parental Advisory: No Edited Version Available: No Release Date: 10/21/2003

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Common Sense Note

Parents need to know that this album is good for the whole family and especially the tween set. The repeated message of longing for commitment is refreshing in a cute young guy.

Families can talk about what it takes to turn reality show success into individual success. What challenges do singers like Clay face? Does a great voice always translate into a great artist?

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Common Sense Review

Reviewed By: Kathi Kamen Goldmark

Clay Aiken has created an album to be proud of. Because of (or perhaps in spite of) his unprecedented visibility on American Idol, Clay has a lot on the line here -- millions of people are pulling for him, and he doesn't disappoint his fans.

MEASURE OF A MAN is an extremely well-produced effort, and it tugs at our emotions in all the right places. There's an almost Elvis Costello-influenced feel to "Invisible" -- the first song on the CD. There's also quite a lot of over-the-top pop ballad angst that somehow veers away from total corniness, and some actual rock 'n' roll. It all adds up to a pleasantly surprising, squeaky-clean, and good-hearted package.

The songwriting is the only weak link. Though he does a terrific job on the vocals, and the songs are well-produced and beautifully played, they simply aren't memorable in and of themselves. This young man has a terrific voice, refreshingly appropriate sensibilities, and (we predict) a long and successful future ahead. He deserves better songs to sing.

Fans of Clay and American Idol may also like Soulful by Ruben Studdard and Closer with Josh Groban.

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Content
CS adults kids

Sexual Content

No explicit sexual content; lots of love and longing.

Violence

This CD is all about the love stuff.

Language

Squeaky-clean.

Message

 

Social Behavior

There's a nice, refreshing, "guy-looking-for-true-love-and-commitment" message, overall.

 

Commercialism

It's a given, since this is an American Idol production...

 

Drug/Alcohol/Tobacco

None.

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