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Hannah Montana: The Movie Soundtrack
- By Various Artists
- Genre: Pop music for kids
Common Sense Media says
Tween icon and guests churn out wholesome soundtrack.
Parents say
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Kids say
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this soundtrack represents more of the same wholesome messages from Miley Cyrus and her guest artists. Even in songs like "The Good Life" that deal with fame and its spoils, the story arc always comes back to appreciating good fortune: "This is the good life / Take a good look … / Take it slow."
What's the story?
These days, tween idol Miley Cyrus needs little introduction. The early release of this movie soundtrack will appease the legions of young fans who are hotly anticipating the movie itself, Hannah Montana: The Movie, which is based on her TV show. While most of the songs on the CD belong to Cyrus, she peppers the record with tunes from other artists like her teen country counterpart, Taylor Swift, as well as Rascal Flatts, Steve Rushton, and even her dad, Billy Ray Cyrus. Despite the different artists, a common thread runs throughout all of these tracks -- integrity and clean living. On "Let's Do This," for instance, Cyrus sings about owing her fans a good performance: "You came a long way to be with us / You paid good money to see a show / So let's get ready 'cause here we go." And on "You'll Always Find Your Way Back Home," she discusses staying grounded: "You can change your hair and you can change your clothes … / But you'll always find your way back home."
Is it any good?
Compared to her earlier hits, Cyrus doesn't show any great leaps of creativity or skill in these songs. In terms of her own tunes on the album, her vocals remain solid, and her overall sound stays true to the synth-pop formula she's already established -- which will undoubtedly thrill her devotees. However, the tracks from her guest artists share a distinctly country flavor, since, with the exception of Steve Rushton, these artists all fall squarely in the country camp. As a result, some of the tracks may sound too twang-y for pop music fans.
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Parents can talk about Celebrity Role Models and the affect they have on kids. You can also discuss how stardom may affect a teenager like Miley Cyrus. What are some of the challenges that a teen in the public spotlight might face? Do you think Miley may still go through hard times despite her successful career?
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Kid, 12 years old
May 14, 2009
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One of Mileys best album
I REALLY think this album is one of mileys best albums ever,but i don't really care for any of the other artist that are on this album. i really like the song the Climb,hoedown throwdown and dream,basically i like all the Hannah Montana and Miley Cyrus songs on here. the other songs?....I only give this a 4 stars because of the OTHER SONGS.i wish there were more of Miley Cyrus songs and less of the various artist.
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Teen, 13 years old
April 13, 2009
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A Great Soundtrack with Fun Music
This CD is really the best of both worlds! There are fun dancing tracks like Lets Get Crazy and The Hoedown Throwdown. But you get more soulful and meaningful songs like Craizer (by Taylor Swift) and the Climb!!! Great Music!
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Adult
July 19, 2009
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Everyone Will Love
A great addition to the wonderful movie. The songs are catchy- some being fast and dancey (Hoedown Throwdown) and others being slower and cutsey (The Climb, Butterfly Fly Away). I also recommend babysitters to learn the dance for Hoedown Throwdown- kids LOVE learning it!!
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Teen, 13 years old
April 28, 2009
AGE
i like her!
she's so cool!
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Kid, 12 years old
November 10, 2009
AGE
nice songs
Nice kid friendly songs girls will love!!!!!!!
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Kid, 12 years old
September 29, 2009
AGE
Love it!!
I love it !!! Very fun!! It`s the kind of get up and dance music!!
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Kid, 10 years old
April 25, 2009
AGE
awsome movie dude!!!!!!!!!!!!!
i loved the movie the songs and everything. the movie was like the most awsome movie i have ever watched some parts were a little wierd but other than that it was tottally awsome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Kid, 6 years old
April 3, 2011
AGE
good for kids 5 and up
I love it.
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Kid, 10 years old
April 10, 2010
AGE
Uplifting and Fun!
My Goodness! What an amazing soundtrack! Very good messages in the lyrics such as The Climb, Butterfly, and You'll Always Find you're Way Back Home. These songs talk about just being yourself, and never giving up. Also songs like The Hoedown Throw Down and Lets Get Crazy are up beat and fun songs that are great to dance to! I highly recommend this album.
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| Artist: | Various Artists |
| Release date: | March 23, 2009 |
| Label: | Walt Disney Records |
| Genre: | Pop music for kids |
| Parental advisory: | No |
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