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`The Time Of My Life` (CD single) (by David Cook, Rock)

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Uplifting, positive song from Idol winner.

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Parents need to know that this single was the final celebration song on American Idol Season 7. It's full of uplifting, positive messages about living in the moment and was the number one song on iTunes.

Positive messages: "And I'll taste every moment/and live it out loud/I know this is the time/this is the time" sums it up.
Violence: Not applicable.
Sex: Not applicable.
Language: Not applicable.
Consumerism: Obvious tie-in to American Idol.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.
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What to talk about

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Families can talk about the phenomenon of American Idol contestants releasing huge-selling albums. Do you think David Cook would be a famous singer without the benefit of exposure on the popular TV show? Also, how does the show mold its artists?

What's the story?

What's the story?
A power ballad of sorts, this song was written by Regie Hamm and sung by David Cook after becoming the winner of American Idol.

Is it any good?

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David Cook shines as he belts out his last song on the Idol stage. The tune is a perfect choice to showcase his American rocker vocal range, bringing forth the raspy sounds when needed and the clear, emotional notes from the bottom of his soul. The uplifting ballad is sure to be an anthem heard at many sporting events, in commercials, and at school dances, as it's full of positive messages about living in the moment and appreciating all you have. Putting the cheesy factor and generic made-for-TV sound aside, it will no doubt be a source of inspiration for many people.

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Released on: May 23, 2008
Label: 19 Recordings
Genre: Rock
This review was written by Heidi Kotansky
 
 

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tibbydibby
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A song about positivity
It's a positive song to take every moment and to celebrate it.
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skidoo 4001
teen, 16 years old
 
awesome song
David cook defeninelty deserved to win although i was relativly suprised when he won,so i downloaded the song from itunes and loved it!
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Mojo02
teen, 15 years old
 
Great
Go to imeem* to listen to this song
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Jill Murphy
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Love David Cook!
He so deserved to be the next American Idol! I love this song and can't wait for his entire album!
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wondergirl_is_back
teen, 17 years old
 
This is a great song!
I thought Archie was gonna win but I love David Cook!He is so sweet and has an amazing voice! This is a great song and every one should listen to it!
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angelgirl24676
teen, 16 years old
 
I Like It.
I like the song. Deffinatly think Archie should have won. Trying not to make that affect the review. But decent song, nothing great.
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lilswanzeymamma
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A great song!!!
This was a great song to choose for winning the American idol cuz his dreams have just begun...it so fits the mood and whats happening in Davids life right now...I am so happy for both Davids to make it to the final 2...woo hoo..
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