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Nothing Left to Lose

(2007, Christian rock, by Mat Kearney, Label: Sony)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 8, age appropriate for kids over 10; suggested age 10.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    Subtle Christian themes transcend any faith.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 10 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Subtle message of stepping up in spite of difficulty and standing up for your beliefs: "I won't back down/I won't turn around...doesn't matter what comes crashing down/I'm still gonna stand my solid ground."
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Some vivid imagery used to describe emotional wreckage: "I woke up this morning to a blood red sky/they're burning on the bridge and turning off the lights...the water is rising on a river turning red," "I would take a bullet for you," "blood in the rain."
  • Sex:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

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

    "And your light, found my bottle in the night" is about it.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Nothing Left to Lose

Parents need to know that Christian artist Mat Kearney uses lyrics that avoid explicit language, but offer sophisticated ideas and imagery that will make these songs most appealing to more mature tweens and teens. Although he's billed as a Christian artist, his religious talk is very subtle and can cross over to any faith.

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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    Lives in Maine
    I rate this title iffy for age 9 and give it 4.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    Great! Ages 11 and up!

    Matt Kearny is the man! He brings meaning to what its like to be a christian, I find his music uplifting and inspiring in regards to keeping the faith that I obtain within my heart. Awesome voice and lyrics. All I need, Undeniable, Nothing Left to Loose are all great songs!

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