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Hold on 'Til the Night
- By Greyson Chance
- Genre: Pop
Common Sense Media says
Teen vocal powerhouse sings clean yet semi-sad songs.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that Hold on 'Til the Night is an overall clean album by young singing sensation Greyson Chance. That said, they shouldn't expect another Justin Bieber; while these lyrics don't contain profanity or references to sex, substances, or drinking, they're also not as bright and sunny as Bieber's. By exploring the more painful side of romance in several songs, Chance sets a somewhat more pensive tone than many of his tween contemporaries.
What's the story?
HOLD ON 'TIL THE NIGHT is the debut album from Greyson Chance -- the young teen vocalist who took the Internet by storm with his rendition of Lady Gaga's hit "Paparazzi." The ten original songs have largely wholesome lyrics in common, but that doesn't mean they're particularly upbeat. Instead, several tracks explore the darker side of romantic relationships, with lyrics that seem melancholy beyond Greyson's years: "I tried my hardest, I tried my best / But you just don't seem satisfied / And now I'm here alone tonight, when I think of you, I cry." Still, it's an overall OK pick for tweens and teens looking for another cute young vocalist to love.
Is it any good?
Listening to the strength behind the vocals on this record, it's hard to believe Greyson Chance was a mere 13 years old when he recorded it. The teen is every bit as talented as his oft-cited peer, Justin Bieber, with a bouncier pop sound that shines through on songs like "Little London Girl" and "Unfriend You."
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Families can talk about the similarities and differences between Greyson Chance and his colossally famous peer, Justin Bieber.
Though both have super strong vocals, how do the general tones of their music compare?
What lessons can a newcomer like Greyson learn from the slightly more seasoned Bieber?
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Kid, 10 years old
August 25, 2011
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BUY IT NOW!
It's fantastic but too sad for 8 & under.
I LOVE his music! (: It's still for all ages though)
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Teen, 14 years old
September 1, 2011
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I LOVE YOU GREYSON CHANCE!!!!!
Amazing. I love Greyson. I met him at the meet and greet after a concert, and I told him about how I got eye surgery recently, and as I was telling him this, he was holding my hand, and he said, "Oh my gosh, are you okay?" He was so sweet and caring. I hugged him, and kissed him on the cheek :) I have a signed tshirt now :) im going to another concert this month, i hope to meet him agin! I love this album because it has such complex emotion in it that makes the songs so powerful and great.
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Teen, 13 years old
December 8, 2011
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OMG I AM SICK OF JUSTIN BIEBER BEING COMPARED TO EVERYONE. Great album from Greyson, though.
I don't know what Justin Bieber is doing here. This is GREYSON CHANCE. He is a young pop/rock artist and pianist with remarkable talent. And no, they don't both have "super strong vocals", only Greyson does. Justin Bieber just has a nice voice, nothing special. I'm not hating on him 'cause Justin Bieber does have talent, but please, listen to Greyson's Paparazzi and you'll see how powerful his voice is compared to Bieber's. This is a really good album and both adults and teens can listen to it. A couple of songs are kinda depressing, though. But that's what music is about. To make you feel emotions and be able to relate to it.
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Kid, 12 years old
September 11, 2011
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i <3 greyson chance!
i love greyson chance!!!!! i dont really remember the message the song sets but i know i love all off his music!!!!
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Kid, 11 years old
February 10, 2012
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no words to express how great this is
greyson chance rules!! csm, STOP COMPARING HIM TO JB! jb has a good voice, he just doesnt know how to play an instrument! wait whats the arguement? oh yeah, greyson chance rules!!!
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Kid, 11 years old
January 13, 2012
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Amazing Album!
I love this CD. Amazing, beautiful songs. My favorites are "Slipping Away" and "Heart Like Stone", but I love them all. Some songs are sad, sure, but this is an amazing, totally appropriate album!
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Teen, 13 years old
September 26, 2012
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Love it!!!
This abulm is fantastic!!!! As always the amazing Greyson Chance writes his songs with meaning and emotions. Some songs are kinda sad but their still really good. Thanks you Ellen for finding this amazing and talented boy!!!! (:
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Kid, 12 years old
April 25, 2012
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Fan-Freakin-Tastic
Hold On Til The Night is a great album. I love it. It has some amazing songs on it. It doesn't have anything inappropriate in the songs. Everything is completely clean. I love it.
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Parent of 6 year old
October 11, 2012
AGE
hold on til the night
Families can talk about the similarities and differences between Greyson Chance and his colossally famous peer, Justin Bieber.
Though both have super strong vocals, how do the general tones of their music compare?
What lessons can a newcomer like Greyson learn from the slightly more seasoned Bieber?
What other families should know:
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| Artist: | Greyson Chance |
| Type: | Album |
| Release date: | August 16, 2011 |
| Label: | Geffen Records |
| Genre: | Pop |
| Parental advisory: | No |
| Edited version available: | No |
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