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V (by Vanessa Hudgens, Pop)

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Clean, processed, pretty pop for tweens and up.

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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that there is nary a hint of sexual innuendo here. And even though Vanessa is another attractive pop diva wannabe, the album, refreshingly, doesn't resort to overt sexual marketing.

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Sex: The songs about boys are quite dreamy and innocent.
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Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.
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Families can talk about the appeal of someone like Vanessa Hudgens. Does she talk about what you talk about with your friends? Does she seem like someone you'd hang out with instead of someone too glamorous to be a regular teen? When she talks about boys and high school relationships, do you feel the same way she does? Why or why not? Do you think she's that way in real life, or does this have to do with selling her album? If you saw her in High School Musical, does she seem different than her character?

What's the story?

What's the story?
Vanessa Hudgens has impressive credentials for one so young, including TV, theater, and films. Her most successful role so far was starring opposite Zac Efron in the Disney made-for-TV movie High School Musical. Hudgens' debut CD, V, is well positioned to win the approval of the tween+ girl market. Her 12 relatively simple, syrupy-sweet pop songs about boys, hanging out with friends, dancing, girl power, and the trials and tribulations of a very young life are delivered with the latest in slick, recycled, computer-programmed music and hip-hop beats.

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 
Unfortunately there are surprisingly few live musicians to be found on this album, but Vanessa Hudgens has a capable, if not overly original, voice. Hudgens is strong, steady, and comfortable in the midrange, as when she's singing the club/dance tune "Let's Dance" and the pop/rocker "Never Underestimate a Girl." Otherwise her voice can range from diminutive and mousy to downright shrill. As her voice and her musical talents mature, it would be nice to see Hudgens take more risks and produce something more original. Then as her audience matures, they won't leave her behind.

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Released on: September 26, 2006
Label: Hollywood Records
Genre: Pop
This review was written by Tony Whittum
 
 

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Salimullah
teen, 15 years old
8
 
Awful!!
Eww*....it stinks!! Vanessa is the worst disney artist!!! Worst Role-Model and arguably the Worst Singer Ever!!!!!
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harleynakoa
teen, 17 years old
 
Great album
Commonsense* said there was no bad language, but there is the word Hell in the song Let go. Also she says tight shirt short skirt. It dosn't seem like this album is for younger children. But Vanessa is a great singer and a wonderful actress. I just think this album is for people 11 and up.
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emily101998
teen, 14 years old
10
 
An absolutely phenomenal album, definitely not a typical "disney" type artist. Every song is absolutely amazing, and the genre is not pop. Its mainly R&B Soul, Pop/Rock. It has a completely unique sound that no ones heard before. I highly recommend it.
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Meow314159
teen, 15 years old
7
 
Vanessa Hudgens is a terrible role model
GRRRR.....OBVIOUSLY you people don't know what she has done. She is not innocent!!!!! Her music is bad, her acting is bad, she CAN'T sing, and she will always have those pictures of her on the internet!!! You can't undo it once it is all over the internet! This girl should have thought before she did that!!
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love2
parent of 19 year old
7
 
good music but.........
great music. But Vanessa hugens isnt a good role model.
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Belac77
teen, 15 years old
10
 
OK Cd for 10+
Bad songs: Let's Dance Physic Ok for kids 10 and up.
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sara4ever95
teen, 16 years old
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singersmartguy17
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Something CSM Missed...
This album is great for teens, but parents of kids may want to skip the song "Let Go." CSM forgot to mention that the song uses the word "hell."
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phillip2k6
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I loved it
Hey I'm 18 and male and I liked this album. Her voice is nice and fun to listen to and she doesn't use sex to sell like a lot of artists. V is a great album and is very appropriate. I would suggest this album to anyone preteen and up.
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sweet_dancer_chic
teen, 18 years old
 
excellent!!
She's my role model, and she is so awesome when it comes to singing. I loved the most the song "Baby Come Back".
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duhHardcore!
adult
 
Great!
A great album which I loved! When I first heard it I was hooked! Plus Vanessa is really pretty and has execellent vocals! Brilliant Album!
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da_cool_mamma
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Pretty good...
I bought this for my 11-year-old for Christmas. I hear her all the time listening to it! I do hear some sexual content, like "Get crazy on the floor" . But I don't think my daughter sees. Vanessa is a very wonderful artist, she'll go far. Pretty good CD!!
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tuck2
teen, 13 years old
 
I love It
oh my gosh this is so good I can not stop listning to it I love it I dont think any thing should be a issue because it is os good well mabey sex should be iffy but other than that I loved it!
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mailynn123
kid, 12 years old
 
I lauged!
hi im mailynn i love vanessa anne hudgen as a singer and im what ever!!!!!
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tibbydibby
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A must listen :D
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TKDTaylor97
teen, 14 years old
 
I got this CD for christmas
I love this CD and I like Vanessa's songs and her great voice. I know all of her songs by heart, and I think she needs another album!
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ilovefalloutboy
teen, 16 years old
 
Ugh. Please. Someone shut up the cat.
I really think she sounds like a cat, a really annoying one. I will never be a fan of this disney channel star wanna be.
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disneygirl
teen, 17 years old
 
nothing to worry about
This cd is pretty good, especially if you are a fan of Vanessa Hudgens. No iffy content, not much of a message either. Its all good!
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