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I Am Me
- By Ashlee Simpson
- Genre: Pop
Common Sense Media says
Self-absorption set to music.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this album is innocuous but boring. We dare your attention span to stay in gear long enough to evaluate these lyrics for appropriateness.
What's the story?
There was some sweetness, a kind of goofy charm, to Ashlee Simpson's debut album that is completely lacking on her sophomore effort, I AM ME. Starting with the insert photos, in which the young singer seems intent on not cracking a smile, the whole project smacks of humorless self-importance and an absolute deficiency of soul. One reason the album falls flat are the songs themselves -- all co-written by (guess who) Ashlee herself. It's no surprise that a young artist so narcissistic as to title her first two albums Autobiography and I Am Me might come up with songs that portray a particularly self-absorbed world view. Personal revelation can be wonderful when accompanied by compassion; but not as charming when revealed as naked ambition with less than a teaspoonful of talent.
Is it any good?
The appealing musical hooks that keep the CD from drowning are all provided by producer/keyboardist/bassist/guitarist John Shanks, who should get some credit for saving what is savable. But at the end of the day, this much intensity without a drop of generosity or passion gets really boring, really fast.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about why Simpson is famous despite her lack of skills. Would she be famous if she didn't have a famous sister or well-produced music videos? Should style ever triumph over substance?
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very good
ashlee is a good singer she doeant lip sing
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Zero Talent
This cd was well mixed, thats it. Ashley Simpson is absolute crap. This cd confirms that she has no talent which people questioned after her performence on SNL.
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So-So
This cd is just average. I think that it just displays that she trully has no real talent.
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This is sick!
This so cal;led music makes me puke. It is dicgusting.It should never reach kids 19 or younger.
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Fine CD
Nope, nothing wrong here. Squeaky clean.
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| Artist: | Ashlee Simpson |
| Release date: | October 18, 2005 |
| Label: | Geffen Records |
| Genre: | Pop |
| Parental advisory: | No |
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