Parents need to know that for the most part this album is rather tame, but there are a few tracks on here that might raise some eyebrows when it comes to sexy lyrics. Although there's nothing really explicit, Lambert does sing about some mature subject matter, like a ménage à trois and mixes talk of pleasure and pain together in a seductive way. Having caused quite the controversy at the American Music Awards for his performance, which included kissing a guy and a brief move that simulated oral sex, it should be noted that this album is far less scandalous than this one performance.
Positive messages:Most of the songs discuss relationship struggles and longing for someone. But Lambert doesn't sing about casual sex or dysfunctional relationships.
Positive role models:Several songs are about having the courage to be yourself and take a chance in life. "If I Had You" is a song that shows that money, fortune, and fame aren't as important as the relationships in life.
Violence:One song mentions jumping out of a window, and "For Your Entertainment" makes a subtle connection between violence and sex: "I'ma hurt 'ya real good, baby...Can you handle what I'm about to do, 'cause it's about to get rough for you."
Sex:"Fever" details a non-explicit homosexual fantasy and includes references to ménage à trois, sneaking a rendezvous while parents aren't at home, and possibly having an encounter in a car. Other songs talk about laying down together, kissing, and lovers.
I am appalled at Adam's behavior. My 12 year old LOVED him, but when I saw his AMA performance I will never again watch or listen to him again. When I told my daughter how he performed, she doesn't even want his CD any more and neither do her friends. I was hoping for much more from him.
His voice is amazing, and I love the beats of the songs, although the meanings are dirty. I would recomend your children being older to listen to some of these songs (although I'm sure they'll find a way to listen anyway) Also, people need to knock off the 'how can you like him? He's discusting' stuff, because people are going to be gay- it's time we at least attempt to accept it. It's something they can't help, and who are the public to critisize people like that? I'm a Christian, and I'm all for gays. (Sorry- didn't mean to turn this into a debate on sexuality)
( I edited my review on account of it being too personal. ) Be who you are!!! Because you were born that way!! Be confident and don't give a crap about what people say or think!! You shouldn't have to change yourself because of stupid people who say your wrong!! You should be who you are!!
Adam Lamberts behavior should have no affect on ones oppinion of his music
In my personal opinion I think it is insane how this country is more open about murder then it is about sex. One other thing is that the whole behavior thing is not an issue for me. If you think his music is good but his behavior is inapropriate then don't go to his concerts. How does someones behavior effect the quality of the music. I just think it is wrong that in our country it is okay to show murder on telivision but if Janet Jacksons breast is exposed or Adam Lambert simulates oral and kisses a guy then its a big deal. I think parents who are enraged by his behavior are ignorant. By the time I was 8 I knew what sex was and I knew what homosexuality was by the time I was 10. I've heard elementary schoolers talk about that sort of thing. I do think there is an appropriate age for everything but sheilding your children from something as natural as sex till they are 16 or older is unrealistic in todays society. If you think you know what your children talk about in school then you are probably wrong. I live in a small town where all the parents think there are no drugs, underage drinking, underage sex, and homosexuality. They are wrong. Everyday at school I here teenagers talking about who or what they did over the weekend. I personaly do not partisipate. I leave with this statement, Just because a person sees something doesn't mean they'll run out and do it.
@Beachgurl exactly I couldn't have said it better myself! @Teamjacobgirl2.0 ur a spoiled brat not everyone is going to be like u and if every time someone is not like you and u throw a fit ur going to have a long miserable life. Enough said.
@teamjacobgirl2.0 On behalf of the internet, I must inform you to GTFO and take your FAIL with you. He's gay. Get over it. Are people really that close minded?
Adam your a great artist and don't let anyone tell you otherwise! Okay everyone who is arguing about him being gay is acting childish. I am not going to say anything else because I am not going to argue about sexuality.
I knew I would see comments about Lambert's sexuality. If a straight man sang about sex, many do they wouldn't be criticised, but because Adam is gay, many people won't give him a chance.
I like Adam, personally I thought he would come out with a better album, but this is still great. I was educated by my mother on what gay means, I have gay people in my family, they are no different to anybody else. So I believe any age is appropriate for this album.
I happen to LOVE Adam, and I think hes one of those love/hate people. I love his album, and honestly, the messages arent as bad as people on here make them out to be. "For Your Entertainment" is kinda iffy, but unless you have a really sick minded 6 year old, theyre not gonna know what it means. He doesnt swear or anything, and hes an amazingly nice person. Its not like hes singing about guys or anything (which shouldnt matter, except if youre extremely homophobic.)
If your kids want this album, I dont see anything wrong with buying it. Hes an amazing artist, and has awesome songs! He deserves all the fame he has :)
I'd say more than a few songs are too sexual, including the title track sung at the AMAs. He insists his performance was nothing more than an acting out of the lyrics. I wouldn't downplay the most explicit display of oral sex ever on network TV. The issue is not the same-sex kiss, it was the oral sex and the pervasive S&M imagery including men on leashes and women being groped. What does that say about this song if these acts were the natural playing out of the lyrics?
Yes, there are some decent tracks, but overall, there is pervasive sexual imagery here. I would recommend instead downloading the few better tracks and skipping the album. Whattaya Want from Me is pretty good, as is Soaked.
BTW, he's gotten a lot of publicity and sales because 3 performances on ABC were cancelled over this and because of his cries of discrimination against gays that followed. It's better not to bring more attention to this than necessary so he doesn't end up benefitting more in the end from it.
Adam Lambert's music sends a positive message about respect and understanding of those who are different. After reading some of these reviews, it's obvious a little sensitivity might be needed toward sexual identity and gender issues. Certain songs on this album seem aimed at teens struggling with these exact issues ("Aftermath")
The title track for this album screams sex! It's open and not appropriate for kids under 13. Here are some of the lyrics.
"No escaping once we start/once I'm in I hold your heart/I'll work ya 'till your screamin' my name/I'm the master of pleasure..."
Get with the program CommonSenseMedia! Do you really think that this is fine for 12 year old's?
12 and up is perfect im 10!! and i go on that website some 7 year olds probably love him!!! so i dont care about that i think hes just fine also for fever dont blame him for that because (another one of my fave singers) lady gaga wrote it!! also his website has nothing bad on their they have fan art and chatting also u can buy his album and listen to music so nothings wrong with his website.
Our family Loved Adam on AI. While his AMA performance was not the best for my children to watch, every appearance he has made since has been humble, intelligent and perfect. His singing is amazing....the album is great, am loving most of the tracks on it and my girls listen to it over and over again....
This is a really fun CD with plenty of great dance tracks that will get people of any age moving out of their seats. The only questionable song is "For Your Entertainment" which is about sex though it only speaks about acts in innuendos that will go over kids heads. There are also some great 'message' songs like "Aftermath" that talk about the importance of being true to yourself. Overall this is a great album by a fantastic and original artist.
i love adam but some of these songs (fever) are really grossssssssssss i mean i know he is gay and i stilll love him and no disrespect there but that one song is just wierd
but as for the singing as always he has done amazing and the rest of his songs are awesome and realyl cathy my fav is "If I Had You" it vis sooooo good and I LOVE ADAM LAMBERT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! cant wait for another one
and ps. KRIS ALLEN SUCKS!!!!!!!!!!!