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"Crush" (CD single) (by David Archuleta, Pop)

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Cupid got to Idol's sweetheart.

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  • 33% say sexual content is an issue
  • 33% say there are positive role models
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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this first song off American Idol's up-coming album discusses a romantic crush. However, the lyrics are sweet and innocent and rarely even teeter toward sexual; instead they concentrate on the common teen emotions of insecurity, confusion, and euphoria.

Positive messages: The song innocently details a big crush, with lines like "Why do I keep running from the truth/all I ever think about is you/You got me hypnotized, so mesmerized..."
Violence: Not applicable.
Sex: Although the song is all about infatuation, there are no overtly sexual lyrics.
Language: Not applicable.
Consumerism: Archuleta was the runner-up on American Idol and this is his first single after the show. The single debuted on Elvis Duran's radio show, whose site promotes the radio station. Before visitors could listen to the song, they were shown a short ad by the radio station.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.
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Families can talk about why Archuleta chose to debut this single on a radio program. With the popularity of music videos and Web sites, do you think it's a surprise that he chose radio? Also, what type of buzz has the single attracted? Why do you think Archuleta chose to release this single months before his album?

What's the story?

What's the story?
The much anticipated debut single by American Idol's Season 7 runner-up, David Archuleta has been released to much fanfare. "CRUSH" mixes R&B beats with bubblegum pop lyrics as Archuleta croons about his crush and his mixed emotions about this relationship.

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 
David Archuleta was the sweet kid on American Idol that everyone was rooting for, and his innocent appeal has been very wisely captured on this debut single. Rather than take on the role of the heartbreaker or ladies man, Archuleta stays with his down-to-earth roots to create a sweet and easy-to-listen-to single. It's hard not to feel for Archuleta as he cries, "I know this crush ain't goin' away." From the sound of the first single, it looks like there will be plenty of crushes to come once the full album debuts this fall.

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Music Details
Released on: August 1, 2008
Label: Jive Records
Genre: Pop
This review was written by Jacqueline Rupp
 
 

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What parents & educators say

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Based on 3 parent & educator reviews:
  • 33% say sexual content is an issue
  • 33% say there are positive role models
  • 33% say there are positive messages
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arthur16morgana
teen, 16 years old
10
 
sweet
sweet song.
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fm_plando
adult
12
 
Decent.
A typical teen pop album about love, most especially crushes (Duh!). Choice songs from this album are: Crush, Too Not Over You, My Hand and Barriers. A pretty decent album and not too over the top.
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Susan M.
adult
7
 
What tween/teen hasn't gone through a crush? Even parents remember those early days of love. Very relatable and a great first single for David.
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ocie14
teen, 14 years old
10
 
awesome
love this song, and this band!!!
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h.m.222
kid, 12 years old
8
 
CRUSH
David is a great singer, and kid. he has a way of making all his song so like able. On the other hand he hasn't had any new songs in 4-Eva! H.M.222 IS A D.A.C.F.
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love2
parent of 19 year old
8
 
great
i luv David and his music! Go out and but the alblum today it rocks!!!!!!!! WARNING: do not buy it for kids under the age of 8. The song talks about relationships and having a crush on someone and that is the last thing a kid under the age of 8 should think about.
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