About this album
Where they were
Released on August 12, 2003, 'Kidz Bop 4' marked Kidz Bop's fourth installment in their ongoing series of kid-friendly covers. By this time, the group had established themselves as a staple in children's music, following the success of their previous albums which solidified their niche in the market. This album continued to build on their formula of adapting popular songs into singable hits for children.
Why it matters
'Kidz Bop 4' debuted at number 4 on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing the growing popularity of the Kidz Bop brand among families. The album also played a significant role in normalizing cover albums targeted at children, influencing how mainstream music was marketed to younger audiences and setting a precedent for future releases in the Kidz Bop series.
Essential tracks
- "Sk8ter Boi" — This cover of Avril Lavigne's hit captures the rebellious spirit of youth while making it accessible for kids. Its infectious energy makes it a standout track that resonates well with the album's target demographic.
- "Jenny From the Block" — This rendition transforms Jennifer Lopez's anthem into an energetic sing-along that emphasizes self-identity and confidence, appealing directly to younger listeners.
- "Beautiful" — 'Beautiful' serves as an empowering anthem for kids, reinforcing positive self-image while providing an age-appropriate version of Christina Aguilera's original emotional ballad.
Release Date
August 12, 2003
Artist Origin
United States
Tracklist
- 1 Sk8ter Boi 3:16
- 2 Jenny From the Block 2:39
- 3 Miss Independent 3:25
- 4 Bring Me to Life 3:47
- 5 Beautiful 3:59
- 6 The Anthem 2:55
- 7 The Game of Love 4:01
- 8 Underneath It All 3:40
- 9 When I'm Gone 3:48
- 10 I'm Gonna Getcha Good 4:11
- 11 Cry Me a River 3:18
- 12 No Letting Go 3:29
- 13 Intuition 3:40
- 14 Move It Like This 3:04
- 15 Angel 3:20
- 16 I'd Do Anything 3:07
- 17 The Ketchup Song 3:30
- 18 The Middle 2:46
