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David Archuleta
- By David Archuleta
- Genre: Pop
Common Sense Media says
Innocent lyrics and strong vocals from Idol star.
Parents say
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this debut album from American Idol star David Archuleta has lots of songs about love -- lost love, pining for love -- but it's all pretty tame stuff. There are some strong, adult emotions expressed in songs like "Desperate" that might be confusing to fans younger than 10, but overall there's nothing sexual or inappropriate for tweens.
What's the story?
In his self-titled debut album, American Idol 7 runner-up and teen scream-inducer David Archuleta comes out of the gate with 12 tracks that provide a variety of pop, R&B, blues, and of course, love ballads. The hit single "Crush" is included, as well as Archuleta's popular rendition of the Robbie Williams cover "Angels."
Is it any good?
He may be only 17, but the shy-smiling vocal prodigy who drew legions of adolescent girls on Season 7 of Amercan Idol is quickly proving he's got the chops to last in the music business. No surprises here. Songs like "Crush" and "Touch My Hand" are innocent trifles, while "Your Eyes Don't Lie" is a funky but slick track with whistles and flirty vocals above a catchy, melodic bass line. Archuleta delivers effortless, smooth vocals with a youthful sense of longing and a shot of melancholy -- the ideal blend for screaming, texting teens and tweens (not to mention mom and dad).
What families can talk about
Families can talk about Archuleta's young age, and the fact that his religious background was mentioned repeatedly on the show. Do you think his age and beliefs are relevant to his success as a musician? What do you think about the comparison between David Archuleta, with his clean-cut image, and his Idol rival David Cook, with his unshaven rocker style, who ultimately won? Is one image more marketable than the other? For what age groups?
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All Ages!
I love him so much!!!!! He's like so awsome
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Kid, 10 years old
September 14, 2009
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ALL AGES
LOV HIM
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Good for tweens; not so for anyone over 16
It was a rather excruciating experience for me as it mostly talks about teenage angst towards teenage girls. However, it would seem completely relevant to someone who was in middle/high school.
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iilyy daviidd
ii LOVE yur musiiqkk & yu aree soo qorqeous ! (:
-Nicolee
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hurray for david!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
DAVID ROCKS!!!!!!!!! but some of the songs talk to much about relationships.
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Great mix of songs from relatable love angst delivered in good taste to messages of hope to those in dispair. This album has something for everyone.
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I cried! It was not too good!
Eh, its not too bad.
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| Artist: | David Archuleta |
| Release date: | November 11, 2008 |
| Labels: | 19 Recordings, Jive Records |
| Genre: | Pop |
| Parental advisory: | No |
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