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Battlefield
- By Jordin Sparks
- Genre: Pop
Common Sense Media says
Idol winner's breakup blues cliched but clean.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that though this album doesn't include graphic language, sexual descriptions, or references to drinking and drugs, it does feature an overwhelmingly negative take on romantic relationships.
What's the story?
Nineteen-year-old Jordin Sparks may have won American Idol what seems like ages ago, but the singer is still churning out albums, the latest being BATTLEFIELD -- her ode to staying strong in the face of failed relationships. The record is filled with song after song about a girl who is mistreated by her guy and finally finds the courage to say enough is enough. Though she doesn't use foul language to get her point across, Sparks makes no bones about telling bad guys to get lost; for example, on "It Takes More," Sparks sings, "I've settled for less when I've stayed with you, but no more / 'Cause you ain't worth waiting for."
Is it any good?
You've gotta hand it to Sparks: amid a sea of American Idol contestants (not to mention other young singers her age), she continues to stand out. She gives another great vocal performance on this record, and better still, her songs actually sound somewhat original and distinctive compared to the mountain of synth-pop albums by her peers. Highlights include the catchy beat of "Walking on Snow" and the cool arrangement of "Watch You Go."
What families can talk about
Why do so many young women like Jordin Sparks express feelings of betrayal about their romantic relationships?
Are girls the only ones who so often feel wronged by romance? Is it possible for boys to feel equally hurt at times?
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Kid, 12 years old
November 14, 2009
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move on to other things
you sing really good but why are you in love with chrisbrown so much.move on.don't waste your time
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Amazing songs!
Very good song with very meaningful lyrics which teens can relate to. :D Jordin is a great role model as well.
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good song
the song is good and mostly kid friendly
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good for 12+
My little sis loves her music, but at nine years old, i don't think it's appropriate.
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Great Messages for Girls!
I get very tired of turning on the radio and hearing garbage about staying with a guy no matter how badly he treats you or how he lies to you, things like that were part of the reason I stayed with a guy who was unfaithful and emotionally abusive for so long. I stupidly let that kind of music make me think I was some kind of faithless tramp if I gave up on him! This album is such a welcome relief! The songs "No Parade" and "Was I the Only One?" capture the heartache of a break-up without ever getting too gloomy, "Walking on Snow" and "It Takes More" encourage walking away from a bad relationship while "Battlefield" is about trying to work out if there's enough respect on both side to do that, "Faith" provides encouragement during any hardship, and, as always, Jordin has a couple of sweet love songs as well. There's no strong language, drugs, or violence (in spite of the name of the song "Battlefield"), but the lyrics of "S.O.S." "Don't Let It Go To Your Head," and "911" are mildly suggestive, though less so than most things you here on the radio these days (mostly referring to kissing, nothing gratuitous). Artistically, the album is not as good as Jordin's debut album, but it's still well worth the purchase!
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Kid, 10 years old
July 15, 2010
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AWESOME!!!!
I love this song!.And miss sparks is a great role model!.Rock on.
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Kid, 12 years old
December 29, 2009
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Battlefield is okay. I've heard it a couple places. Online and at Lowe's.
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ok but boring
its a good song but it gets boring. :(
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Love it!!
I love "Battlefield" and think that Jordan Sparks is just what music needs right now.
Favorite Song:
SOS (Let the music play)
It's my all time favorite!!!
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| Artist: | Jordin Sparks |
| Release date: | July 21, 2009 |
| Label: | Jive Records |
| Genre: | Pop |
| Parental advisory: | No |
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