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Sing-A-Longs & Lullabies for the Film Curious George (Jack Johnson)  (Audio CD) 
by Jack Johnson

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Faced with the task of giving a voice to a central character that does not speak, Universal Pictures turned to Jack Johnson to craft songs that could provide a voice for Curious George. As a new father, it gave him the opportunity to make an album for both parents and children. Presented with early animations and the story line, Jack crafted new songs that capture the emotions of Curious George as he leaves the jungle to follow the Man with the Yellow Hat. He also turned to friends Ben Harper, G. Love, and Matt Costa to contribute songs that might bridge the gap between parent and child. Joined on the record by his band (Adam Topol, Merlo Podlewski, and Zack Gill), Jack duets with three of the other songwriters (Ben Harper, G. Love, and Matt Costa), and does a cover of the White Stripes' "We're Going to Be Friends." Parents who watched Schoolhouse Rock on Saturday mornings when they were children will recognize Jack's take on the classic "Three Is a Magic Number," reinterpreted with the 3 R's as a call to protect the environment and Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. Sing-a-Longs and Lullabies feels like so much more than your standard soundtrack due to its unified creative vision. While the songs have a universal appeal, their themes speak to a child's experience (or in this case, a curious monkey's experience) of the world.

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Product Details:
Audio CD Release Date: February 07, 2006
Studio: Umvd Labels
Number Of Discs: 1
Format: Soundtrack
Average Customer Rating: based on 220 reviews
Track Listing:
1. Upside Down
2. Broken
3. People Watching
4. Wrong Turn
5. Talk of the Town
6. Jungle Gym - G. Love, , Jack Johnson,
7. We're Going to Be Friends
8. Sharing Song
9. 3 R's
10. Lullaby - Matt Costa, , Jack Johnson
11. With My Own Two Hands - Ben Harper, , Jack Johnson
12. Questions
13. Supposed to Be
 
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Average Customer Review:4.5
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5Sing-A-Longs & Lullabies for the Film Curious George (Jack Johnson)  Oct 19, 2009
This is definitely one of my favorites from Jack Johnson. It's upbeat music is perfect for adults all the while catering to the child in you.

5Great for all ages  Sep 14, 2009
As stated in the title, this album is great for all ages. I purchased it for my kids, but find myself listening to it, often. If you want a soothing, mellow, fun album for your kids, this is it.

4An all-ages CD to bring out the kid in everybody  Jun 29, 2009
In a world where stress often reigns supreme, the music on this disc may lower your blood pressure a notch or two. From the first song to the closing note, there's something so innocent, hopeful and even communal about Jack Johnson and Friends' "Sing-A-Longs and Lullabies for the film Curious George" CD. Throughout the album, themes of camaraderie, staying positive and friendship pop up like blooming flowers. Some of the ditties, like "Jungle Gym" and "The Sharing Song," are just plain fun. Johnson's vibe and lilting voice on each gentle tune is breezily laid-back, while his lyrics are practical poems for kids and adults alike. The messages within the songs are clear-eyed, observant and childlike. Even themes like sharing with others and recycling masterfully come off as non-preachy and joyous in Johnson's hands.

Created with kids in mind, there's also an adult bent to the songs, and positive vibes radiate everywhere. "People Watching," for instance, comes across like a tonic for loneliness, conveying that we're all similar in many ways and in this world together. "We're Going to be Friends" is a spot-on, sweetly sung rendition of the White Stripes original, and it fits this CD like a well-worn baseball mitt. And Johnson's gentle guitar plucking on tunes like "Wrong Turn," "Lullaby" and "Supposed to Be" denote a somber tone that conveys life isn't always perfect, but it does contain great moments.

Johnson's smooth, easygoing voice matches the soft music played around him. Along with his band, well-known musicians like Ben Harper and G. Love also assist. From learning and recalling life's lessons in a joyous way to simply enjoying great music, this cozy CD is a definite winner.

5Great album for kids and adults alike  Apr 13, 2009
This album is great for the kids and the adults who can't deny good music when they hear it. It is a shame that there are so few artists who have the message Jack Johnson has.

5Not your average children's movie soundtrack  Apr 01, 2009
I've always loved Jack Johnson, but I have to admit, I was a little cautious about buying his Curious George soundtrack. How could a bunch of songs aimed at young children possibly appeal to adults? Well, somehow, it does. The songs' simple (but not irritatingly childish) messages are accompanied with the same cool Johnson beats we all know & love. I totally bust out this CD while driving or hanging out with friends, and I always forget I'm listening to a "children's" CD.

 
 
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