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Thankful
- By Kelly Clarkson
- Genre: Pop
Common Sense Media says
Kelly Clarkson sings with authority and style.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know there is little to worry about here, content-wise.
What's the story?
THANKFUL announces Kelly Clarkson's presence, if not as a full-fledged star, at least as a diva-in-waiting. Whether belting out up-tempo tracks or crooning a ballad, she sings with emotional depth and vocal range, and demonstrates the charm that propelled her to the top of the American Idol ballot box over a host of other contenders. In "Miss Independent," which Clarkson co-wrote with Christina Aguilera, she glissandos with the best of them, effortlessly hitting a different note for each syllable as she snarls, "But she mis-cal-cu-la-ted."
Is it any good?
Clarkson shows her versatility in Thankful, backed by a stand-up bass, jazz style, and her range of several octaves in "Anytime." And while Clarkson owes a sizable debt to the album's top-heavy production staff, she is more than equal to the demands of the material.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about working hard to keep what you have. American Idol gave Clarkson her start, but it doesn't guarantee her future. You can ask your kids what it takes to do well on your own and if Clarkson has enough talent and strength to stand strong.
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Good jazzy pop, easy to listen to.
This is quite a fun album, Thankful is easy to listen to with Kelly Clarkson providing excellent vocals. There is nothing innappropriate- mentions of kissing and being in love, that's about it. Good messages about healthy relationships are the standard.
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KELLY CLARKSON ROCKS!!!!
I love this CD. But after all I do love Kelly Clarkson!! This CD has no swearing, or bad language at all on any of the songs. Kelly has a great, great voice. She makes each song her own. Well, you should buy this CD if you even like Kelly Clarkson a little bit. Everyone will like this CD!!!!
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Worth the $
The first American Idol's debut album is very good. There are several catchy upbeat songs and some showstopping ballads as well. There is no profanity, sex or violence. I think that "Miss Independent" refers to love, not sex as the Common Sense review says. Although this is a Idol album, there are no TV tie-ins.
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Good CD but not worth the money
There are some good songs but totally not worth the money. Miss Independent is the best song but you'll get over it. If you like the slow slow slow pop music and a good gospel voice you should buy it.
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Kid, 12 years old
January 24, 2011
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good with soulful love views
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| Artist: | Kelly Clarkson |
| Release date: | April 15, 2003 |
| Label: | RCA |
| Genre: | Pop |
| Parental advisory: | No |
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