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...something to be (by Rob Thomas, Rock)

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Matchbox Twenty singer asserts independence.

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Parents need to know that the artist and his lyrics reveal a really nice guy who cares about those around him.

Positive messages: Positive and inclusive.
Violence: A little pondering over the mysteries of life and death.
Sex: Just a lot of love stuff.
Language: The "s" word is used once.
Consumerism: Not an issue
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Nothing in lyrics, but the artist is seen smoking cigarettes on the accompanying DVD.
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What to talk about

Talk to your kids
Families can talk about the importance of being there when someone needs you. What does that mean to you? Also, you can share experiences of loneliness, loss, and identity issues, and what might have helped you cope with them.

What's the story?

What's the story?
Rob Thomas of Matchbox Twenty seems delighted to be strutting his solo stuff, and isn't afraid to experiment with different musical styles and personas on ...SOMETHING TO BE. With an ace backup band including Wendy Melvain, Jeff Trott, and Mike Elizondo, and additional friendly help from the likes of John Mayer and Sacred Steel hotshot Robert Randolph, Thomas is able to navigate this moody, musical variety pack with grace and finesse. The lyrics are standard-issue: You'll recognize themes of love, loss, loneliness, identity, and being there for each other. "Streetcorner Symphony," one of the album's highlights, is an anthem to inclusiveness and getting along.

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 
Rob Thomas is a skilled and emotional singer, the songs are interesting in their musical variety, and the performances and production are terrific. Most of all, the artist comes across as a really nice guy who cares about the world -- and the people -- around him.

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Released on: April 19, 2005
Label: Atlantic
Genre: Rock
This review was written by Kathi Kamen Goldmark
 
 

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queenrachie2
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Luv It
Rob Thomas is HOTTTTTTT!!!!!!!!!!! Oh and an awesome singer.
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joldlady
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Love it and so does my son!
We have been avid Matchbox Twenty fans for some years now. I was concerned when Rob went solo that his music would be a little more hard edge. It is not. The only concern is the S word is in there one time. However, if you are doing your job correctly as parents, your children will know this is not a word for children to use. My son understands this and when that part of the song comes on, he just ignores it. The rest of the CD is great, very dance-able. (lets teach our children to dance people! It's a lost art!) My kids and I cut a rug to this all the time. A complete hit in our house.
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