`Break Anotha` (CD Single)

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Idol runner-up warns against a player.
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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this song is a warning to a girl about a "playa" who's going to break her heart. So not surprisingly, there are some vague sexual innuendos in this first single from the upcoming Audio Day Dream, Lewis' first studio album post American Idol.

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    Warns a girl about not giving into a player.
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    Not applicable.
  • Sex0
    Slightly suggestive: "He's a gentleman lover/get you under cover."
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What's the story?

Idol season six runner-up Blake Lewis has a bonafide hit on his hands. BREAK ANOTHA is a likable contemporary pop single that has already taken radio by storm, having originally been leaked to fans who signed up on a promo Web site. The radio-friendly single is different from standard Idol stuff, combining elements of funk and hip-hop.

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"Break Anotha" creates a fresh sound that capitalizes on Lewis' enigmatic voice. To read our review of the entire album, click here.

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This review was written by Maria Dinoia
Teen, 16 years old
April 9, 2008
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So Annoying...
This is the loudest, most irritating song by a runner- up ever!
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Teen, 17 years old
April 9, 2008
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Good first from Blake.
Good, reminiscent of Maroon 5. If you like Justin Timberlake, Maroon 5, and the like, you'll LOVE this song! At first when you listen to it, it seems a little "eh, ok" but it grows on you.
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April 9, 2008
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Really great, fun, & awesome song! Great hit!
I absolutely love this song!!! I love the beat plus its unique, because Blake does some beat-boxing. This is a great hit that everyone should listen to!
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This review was written by Maria Dinoia
Artist:Blake Lewis
Release date:November 13, 2007
Label:Arista
Genre:Pop
Parental advisory:No
This review was written by Maria Dinoia
 

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