Kidz Bop Kids: Amelia (vocals); Vasco (guitar); Tammy (bass guitar); Jessica (drums); Eli (programming).
The KIDZ BOP series, which features choruses of children reprising contemporary pop hits, has raised a few hackles among parents concerned about the lyrical appropriateness of some of the songs. Should kids be singing along to sexy songs of seduction? Whatever one's position, KIDZ BOP is a huge hit, and the ninth addition to the series carries on the fun, frolicsome tradition.
KIDZ BOP 9 includes such mid-2000s singles as Rihanna's reggaeton-flavored "Pon de Replay" and Gorillaz's "Feel Good Inc.," the sound of which does, in fact, make one feel good, and no less so when a bunch of youngsters take the mic. Detractors will find more to complain about with this one, but those already sold on the concept will find plenty to enjoy.