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`Tattoo` (CD single)

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 6, age appropriate for kids over 8; suggested age 9.

  • Is it any good?

    2.0
  • Common Sense says

    Idol winner falls flat on her 1st pop song.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 9 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Song talks about knowing when to quit love: "Soul is in danger/ I gotta let my spirit be free."

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Not an issue.
  • Sex:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

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

    Not an issue.

What Parents Need to Know

This review of `Tattoo` (CD single) was written by Heidi Kotansky

Parents need to know that this American Idol winner delivers a decent first single about love and getting out of it when the time is right. The lyrics and message are tame -- if not lame -- and fine for all ages.

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  • Families can talk about working hard to keep what you have. American Idol gave Sparks her start, but it doesn't guarantee her future. Kids, what does it take to do well on your own, and does Sparks have enough talent and strength to stand strong?
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What’s the Story?

There's a reason why Jordin Sparks won the American Idol title: She's a talented singer with a lot of passion. Unfortunately, most of that passion is missing in TATTOO, the first single off her first album. The lyrics tell of love and longing, with words that are fine for any age.

Is It Any Good?

The generic synthesized background beat and random yelping seem odd and out of place against Sparks' pleasant-enough voice, making the song just fall flat. And lyrics like "You're on my heart just like a tattoo/Just like a tattoo/I'll always have you" just add to the blah factor. Let's hope the rest of her album allows this songstress to live up to her potential.

Music Details

Released on: 08/28/2007
Parental advisory: No, Edited version available: No

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Most Recent Reviews

  1. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    Lives in Tennessee
    I rate this title on for age 8 and give it 4.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    luvin it

    I love this song and i love her

  2. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    Lives in Florida
    I rate this title pause for age 5 and give it 5.0

  3. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    Lives in Florida
    I rate this title on for age 11 and give it 5.0

  4. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    Lives in Wisconsin
    I rate this title on for age 0 and give it 4.0

    Amazing.

    I heard and I loved it. Even though I only ever listen to rock music, it was really good. Haha. Random yelping, lol. That was just what I thought.

  5. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    Lives in Pennsylvania
    I rate this title on for age 0 and give it 4.0

    CSM IS FULL OF CRAP!

    this c-d is appraprape for all ages and totally recommanad it and that gal got some pipes

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