Music Review: The Fighting Temptations Soundtrack
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What Parents Should Know
Parents need to know that this soundtrack is appropriate for
a broader range than the movie it's inspired by, which is rated
PG-13 for some sexual references. These songs, like most gospel
music, are uplifting and energizing. Young children from
non-Christian households may have a few questions, though.
Families can talk about the connection between music and
spiritualism. Are there songs that make you feel more
spiritual? Is there a unique quality to gospel music?
There are some amazing performances on THE FIGHTING TEMPTATIONS SOUNDTRACK, starting with the first track ("Fighting Temptation") featuring Beyonce, Missy Elliott, MC Lyte, and Free. Other featured artists include Destiny's Child, the O'Jays, Ann Nesby, and Christian rapper T-Bone. Some sparkling high points are "To Da River," a rap by T-Bone, Zane, and Montell Jordan; and "I'm Getting Ready" and "The Stone" by Ann Nesby and Shirley Caesar. Another powerful performance is offered by Eddie Levert, Sr. (from the O'Jays), singing in duet with Angie Stone on "Rain Down."
No-frills accompaniment and a gospel choir perfectly showcase the amazing voices on this CD. Overall, this is a wonderful introduction to gospel music in all of its surprisingly diverse forms.
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