What’s the Story?

After her last album, My December, earned less than rave reviews, Clarkson called on the same team (Dr. Luke and Max Martin) that produced her Grammy-winning hit, "Since U Been Gone," to produce "MY LIFE WOULD SUCK WITHOUT YOU." While the track's pop-rock flavor sounds a lot like vintage Clarkson, this is not the same well-balanced girl we heard tell her lame boyfriend to get lost in the early days. Instead, Clarkson gives her young fans a disappointing message about staying in unhealthy romantic relationships.

Is It Any Good?

In "My Life Would Suck Without You," Clarkson tries to capitalize on the old sound that made her ubiquitous -- catchy guitar chords, crescendos, and a rockin' refrain that shows off her powerhouse vocals. Trouble is, it's a little too similar-sounding to her old hits. Plus, this song doesn't offer the no-nonsense lyrics that encourage the singer's primary audience -- teen/tween girls -- to value themselves more than a bad relationship. Parents should make a point of telling kids who like this song that in the real world, the best relationships are the ones that build you up, not tear you down.

Better yet, consider listening to some of the other songs on All I Ever Wanted, because there are healthier messages to be heard.

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Cast & Film Details

Artist

Kelly Clarkson

Genre

Pop

Label

RCA

Parental advisory

No

Edited version
available

No
 

Release date

1/20/2009

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