`No Air` (CD single) (by Chris Brown, Jordin Sparks, Pop)

common sense media says

Idol shines with clean pop duet.

parents & educators say

What parents need to know

Parents need to know that the only thing in this song that they might not want their kids to emulate is the idea that your life will fall apart without a significant other. But, the dramatic sentiments are also very heartfelt and touching. The music video is just as theatrical, but just as harmless.

Positive messages: Stresses the idea that love is powerful enough to take away your breath -- but also sounds a little like a breakup is the end of the world.

Violence: Not applicable.

Sex: The song's about love, but stays very clean: "Got me out here and the water so deep (So deep)/Tell me how you gonna be without me (Without Me Yeahhh)/if you ain't here I just can't breathe."

Language: Not applicable.

Consumerism: Not applicable.

Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.

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Talk to your kids

Families can talk about music collaborations. Why are so many artists doing it these days? Can Jordin Spark carry her own songs? Does it matter if you're popular enough, or does a star-studded album get more attention? Families can also discuss whether the Sparks-Brown pairing is a good one.

What's the story?

"NO AIR" is the second single off Jordin Sparks. It's a clean pop love duet sprinkled with an R&B sound.

Is it any good?

After her commanding performance on American Idol, fans were a little worried when Sparks' first single, "Tattoo" kind of tanked. But, Chris Brown is the perfect complement to Sparks, with both young singers shining as they hit every note on "No Air" with intention and power. The song is desperate without being unreal, catchy without being obnoxious. Despite the weird instrumental break toward the end and the fact that it's a bit cheesy, this track is solid, and the perfect anthem for any teen romance movie.

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Music Details

Released on: February 11, 2008
Label: Jive Records
Genre: Pop

This review was written by Heidi Kotansky

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angelgirl24676
teen, 16 years old

Great Song

I like this song. Very clean. I love Jordin, and I love Chris. I think they sound great together. Great song.

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`No Air` (CD single) (by Chris Brown, Jordin Sparks, Pop)

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Great Song

i like the song s

i laughed

Must listen!

How Am I Supposed To Breathe With No Air..?

Great Song!

Great Song!

Sweet Tune about a Harsh Breakup; Usually brings me to tears

luv her and her music

YES!

Jordin Sparks Shines

ok

Amazing

Solid single from american idol superstar

i fell in love

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