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 | PAUSE: Know your child; some content may not be right for some kids. |
 | OFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age. |
 | NOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age. |
Autobiography
- By Ashlee Simpson
- Genre: Pop
Common Sense Media says
Well-produced, self-absorbed pop for teens.
Parents say
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Kids say
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this is the most self-referential album to come along in years. The lyrics are pretty tame, with the exception of an occasional "s--t" or "ass." "La La," the sexiest song on the album, is filled with lusty kink-lite innuendo that will zoom right over the heads of younger kids. Older teens, especially those engaged in their own odysseys of self-absorption, will find a lot to relate to.
What's the story?
On AUTOBIOGRAPHY, Ashlee Simpson is portrayed as an edgy romantic whose primary object of affection seems to be herself. For the most part, lyrics are pretty tame, with the exception of an occasional "sh*t" or "a*s." The sexiest song on the album, "La La," is filled with lusty kink-lite innuendo that will zoom right over the heads of younger kids. Older teens, especially those engaged in their own odysseys of self-absorption, will find a lot to relate to, and the music is well-played rock & roll. So let your kids kick off their shoes, pump up the volume, and have fun listening to this CD. Then remind them to do something nice for someone else.
Is it any good?
It's hard to imagine how any one person could be that interesting, yet a lot of the album works. Sweetly breathy vocals are mixed high above well-performed instrumental tracks. Unlike big sister Jessica, Ashlee can actually sing, and her vocal strengths are showcased on her original tunes. She also has a better-than-average band backing her up. But the real stars are producer John Shanks and recording engineer Jeff Rothschild, who created this impeccably produced CD
What families can talk about
Families can talk about whether or not Ashlee would have an album if it weren't for her famous sister.
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i think 9+
i had this album when i was like 9 or 10.there is nothing wrong with it
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Horrible
Horrible all around. The only reason she has a record deal is because of her sister. She can't sing, they have to edit and auto tune her vocals to make them sound good. Terrible role model and all around poser. Tries to be punk but can't pull if off at all.
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Great punkpop
I love Ashlee Simpson's cd AUTOBIOGRAPHY! Instead of her sisters boring schmaltzy pop, Ashlee is punk and rockin! SHADOW is an amazing song about living in the shadow of a superstar sister and dealing with her inner demons. LALA is a rockin song about...nothing really. And my favorite is the title track AUTOBIOGRAPHY. Buy it, love it!
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my fave cd
ashlee simpson ROX! she is awesome and EVERYONE needs her CD! from 5-100. its awesome...lala,shadow,autobiography. if u were normal ud know now kids SAY and DO worse then that, so get ash!
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This girl can't sing
The CD is well produced, but she can't sing (well, she can, but she can't pronounce. In "Pieces of Me" it sounds like she's saying "Pitchers") , you can clearly realize where the digital editing starts...basically a slightly better Hilary Duff with a rockier edge.
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Self-absorbed but overall enjoyable
Sexual Content (Pause): "LaLa" is very racy and in a few cases, explicit.
Violence (Not an Issue): None.
Language (Pause): "Sh*t", "hell", ass", and "piss" are scattered throughout the album.
Social Behavior (Not an Issue): While there are some mildly positive girl-power messages and being yourself is lightly touched upon, Ashlee is very self-absorbent - not a very good role model.
Commercialism (Pause): CD insert contains an advertisement for her MTV reality show.
Drug/Alcohol/Tobacco (Not an Issue): None.
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This is a great album and is wonderful for all ages.
Ashlee rocks!!!!!!!!!
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very good...
Lyrics from the cd are kinda self centerd. (I'm a bad a-s girl in a mesed up world) ( I'm a sexy girl in n this crazy world) but good cute cd.
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| Artist: | Ashlee Simpson |
| Release date: | August 2, 2004 |
| Label: | Geffen Records |
| Genre: | Pop |
| Parental advisory: | No |
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