I love this cd; it is very heartfelt and just awesome. I have many nephews and nieces and we love it so, so much. Worth every penny. There is a line that says 'lying next to you, wishing I could disappear.' but it didn't seem to bug my 'kids' at all, so...up to you on that one.
Kris Allen
(2009, Pop, by Kris Allen, Label: Jive Records)
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Common Sense says
Wholesome Idol winner cuts clean yet creative CD.
The themes of this music are: breaking up, chasing your dreams, love, romance
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 10 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
This review of Kris Allen was written by Stephanie Bruzzese
Parents need to know that this first record from the American Idol winner is a very good choice for kids of just about any age, describing common young adult concerns like reaching for goals and establishing relationships in a manner that's clean but not sugar-coated.
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What’s the Story?
Like many of his American Idol peers that came before (Chris Daughtry, David Cook, David Archuleta), Season 8 winner Kris Allen chose to self-title his debut album. The 13 songs are as clean as Allen's real-life persona, covering typical young adult topics like striving to achieve your dreams, falling head-over-heels in love, and enduring the difficult end of a romantic relationship. However, Allen's take on these common themes isn't mundane; rather, he gives unusually thoughtful consideration to familiar problems that will get kids thinking about things from a different perspective. For example, on "The Truth," he talks about realizing that a relationship is over but having a terrible time ending it in light of how deeply he cares for the person: "Trying to be perfect, trying not to let you down / Honesty is honestly the hardest thing for me right now / I still stand here holding up the roof / 'Cause it's easier than telling the truth."
Is It Any Good?
In sheer belt-it-out power, Kris Allen's vocals can't compare to other Idol male singer-songwriters like Chris Daughtry and David Cook. That said, Allen's debut album is far more imaginative than albums from either of the other two artists, making it a much more interesting listen. In uptempo songs like "Written All Over My Face" and "Red Guitar," he gets creative with different yet equally cool hooks, and ballads such as "Let It Rain" showcase his dual talent for singing and piano-playing. Allen also deserves enormous props for going way outside his comfort zone with a (great) cover of Kanye West's "Heartless."
Music Details
Released on: 11/20/2009
Parental advisory: No, Edited version available: No
Parental advisory: No, Edited version available: No
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Kids ages: 2, 5, 9, 10, 15
I rate this title on for age 8 and give it- My highlights are:
- Good role models
So good!!
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I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
KRIS ALLEN CANNOT SING
Kris CANNOT SING!!! Danny, Adam, and Allison should've been in the Top 3 and his butt should've been gone in the Top 4 instead of Allison! And (especially!) in the Top 3 instead of Danny!! And Adam should've won over him! I hate him SO SO SO much! He sounds like a dying animal when he tries to sing. Don't buy it, not worth your money. Go listen to Lady Gaga or someone else decent.
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I rate this title iffy for age 8 and give it
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Tweens Only
some sex concepts
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Kids ages: 9
I rate this title on for age 9 and give it- My concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
i think this is so cute
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Kids ages: 9
I rate this title on for age 9 and give it
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- Inappropriate sexual content
i think this is so cute
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| 67% | of parents say the sexual behavior isn't age appropriate |
| 33% | of parents say there are good role models |
| 33% | of parents say it gives kids positive messages |
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