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"Impossible" (CD single) (by Shontelle, R&B)

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Clean spin on the classic break-up song; OK for older tweens


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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this tune is a clean spin on the classic break-up song. Without swearing or making mature references, Shontelle describes how the object of her affections has left her brokenhearted: "Tell them I was happy and my heart is broken, all my scars are open / Tell them what I hoped would be impossible, impossible." Teens experiencing their first heartbreak will relate.

Positive messages: Shontelle gives an emotionally honest account of what it feels like to fall for someone and have your heart broken.
Positive role models: Shontelle has lived a very full life in her mere 23 years; not only has she established a successful singing career, but she has also been an exceptional student, participated in several sports, and someday aspires to be a lawyer.
Violence: Not applicable.
Sex: Not applicable.
Language: Not applicable.
Consumerism: Not applicable.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.

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What to talk about

Talk to your kids
  • Families can talk about the similarities and differences between Shontelle and her friend and fellow artist, Rihanna. How does Shontelle's clean, honest song about a failed relationship compare to the tunes on Rihanna's latest record, many of which reference her violent relationship with Chris Brown?
  • If you could talk to Shontelle, what advice would you give her about trying to get over her break-up?

What's the story?

What's the story?
"IMPOSSIBLE" is the R&B single by Shontelle, the talented female singer out of Barbados who's friends with another vocal superstar from the same country -- Rihanna. Unlike her friend, however, Shontelle keeps this break-up tune extra clean. She avoids graphic language or adult content in favor of pure-and-simple emotional honesty. Sample lyrics include: "And now when all is done, there is nothing to say / You have gone and so effortlessly you have won / You can go ahead tell them / Tell them all I know now, shout it from the roof tops / Write it on the sky line, all we had is gone now."

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 
Rihanna may be more famous, but Shontelle's singing skills are no less impressive. While neither is a match for R&B queen Beyonce, at times this tune sounds similar to Beyonce's "Irreplaceable," with the same power-ballad feel that makes you hit repeat more than once. 

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Music Details
Released on: July 1, 2010
Label: Src Records
Genre: R&B

This review was written by Stephanie Bruzzese
 
 

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SusanIshFluffeh
kid, 11 years old
 
This song is very sexually explicit and should only be viewed by adults

Megan96
teen, 15 years old
 
I don't like this song.

Angelicious33
teen, 17 years old
 
Impossible!
I really like it and its my favorie song!

Gussielee11
kid, 13 years old
 
Beyonce-like R&B Singer with first 'Big' Hit.
IMPOSSIBLE by Shontelle is a song about breaking up and getting over past loves. I feel that this song could be an inspiration to those who are getting over a lost love - which is ultimately a positive message. The girl has pipes and uses them - unlike most popstars on mainstream radio she can really sing. I wouldn't skip it. No inappropriate content here

dancing girl
kid, 12 years old
 
Boring

manay_4511
teen, 14 years old
 
great song!
this song is perfect for all ages! i love it =D

teddyfluffy4
kid, 12 years old
 

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