some good stuff and their are some iffy stuff but this album rocks I LOVE ADAM LAMBERT!!!!!!
For Your Entertainment
(2009, Pop, by Adam Lambert, Label: RCA)
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Common Sense says
Daring debut is mostly tame, with a few sexy tracks.
The themes of this music are: breaking up, chasing your dreams, life changes, romance, sex
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 12 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
This review of For Your Entertainment was written by Jacqueline Rupp
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.
Families Can Talk About
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- Families can talk about Adam Lambert's American Music Awards performance. Do you think the act was too much for younger audiences? Should the guy-on-guy kiss be attracting so much controversy? How do you think it compares to the kiss between Madonna and Britney Spears? Is there a double standard? Is it easier to accept women being sexual with each other as opposed to men? How is homosexuality generally portrayed in the media?
- Talk about how Lambert differs from past American Idol alumni. Do you think he is more controversial than most? Do you think this will help his career or hurt it?
- On one song Lambert sings about how love is more important than money and fame. Do you think the media encourages this idea? Can you think of instances where the exact opposite is shown?
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What’s the Story?
American Idol's season eight runner-up dishes up a collection of over a dozen songs about love, lust, and coming out (well, sort of) on FOR YOUR ENTERTAINMENT. Lambert sings (and often squeals) about wanting to break free and embrace his true identify while remaining upbeat on this fast-paced dance/pop album. Some big names help with this musical introduction, with songwriting credits given to everyone from Lady GaGa to Pink.
Is It Any Good?
AI alums aren't known for their artistic daring or musical drama, and that's what makes Adam Lambert's debut so refreshing. Here's one Idol that's willing to stir the pot and spice things up with his sassy spirit and impish playfulness. That persona is in fine form on tracks like "Whataya Want From Me?," "Strut," and "Sleepwalker." From belting out operatic notes to getting down with dance-floor beats, Lambert creates a glam rock/ retro pop album that's deliberate and cohesive. This is one Idol that definitely has something to say, and it's a pleasure to listen.
Music Details
Released on: 11/28/2009
Parental advisory: No, Edited version available: No
Parental advisory: No, Edited version available: No
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I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
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- Inappropriate sexual content
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tweens and up!!!
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I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
- My concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- My highlights are:
tweens and up!!!
some good stuff and their are some iffy stuff but this album rocks I LOVE ADAM LAMBERT!!!!!!
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I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
- My concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- My highlights are:
tweens and up!!!
some good stuff and their are some iffy stuff but this album rocks I LOVE ADAM LAMBERT!!!!!!
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I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
- My concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- My highlights are:
tweens and up!!!
some good stuff and their are some iffy stuff but this album rocks I LOVE ADAM LAMBERT!!!!!!
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I rate this title on for age 7 and give it
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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.
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| 50% | of parents say the sexual behavior isn't age appropriate |
| 38% | of parents don't feel there are good role models |
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