Target Offers Exclusive All Hip-Hop Compilation for Kids of All Ages

Target Offers Exclusive All Hip-Hop Compilation for Kids of All Ages

Lil' Jams CD now available online and in stores nationwide

MINNEAPOLIS, Nov. 14 /PRNewswire/ -- Hip-hop music's most memorable year might just be 2006: the Smithsonian National Museum of American History hip- hop exhibit opened; Jay-Z came out of retirement; and today Target introduces Lil' Jams -- an exclusive all hip-hop and R&B compact disc (CD) with song lyrics performed by kids for kids of all ages. The album provides a fun, fresh alternative to parents who are looking for interactive music both they and their kids can enjoy.

This unique disc offers renditions of some of the most popular hip-hop and rap cuts from the '90s through today, sung exclusively by kids for kids. Tracks featured on the album include covers of hit songs such as: "Jump," originally performed by Kriss Kross; "Crazy," originally performed by Gnarls Barkley; "So Sick," originally performed by Ne-Yo; "Kick Push," originally performed by Lupe Fiasco; "Christmas in Hollis," originally performed by Run DMC; "Playground," originally performed by Another Bad Creation; and "Lonely," originally performed by Akon, among other classic and current hits. In addition, an exclusive bonus track written and produced by Gnarls Barkley rapper Cee-Lo Green's daughter, Sierra Somone, is also included.

"I'm very excited about Lil' Jams, especially since it features my first single, "My New Boyfriend," said 16-year-old Atlanta-native Sierra Somone. "Hip-hop is what's up, so what better way to offer kids this form of music than to let them have a voice and sing the songs themselves. It's for kids of all ages, by kids."

"We remain committed to providing our guests, of all ages, fresh and exciting merchandise at the value they expect from Target," said Darrell Tucker, vice president, Target. "The Lil' Jams CD is a compilation of the hottest songs, from yesterday and today, catering to both the increasingly sophisticated tastes of our younger guests, and their parents' desires for hip, family-friendly music."

Lil' Jams retails for $9.99 and will be available exclusively, beginning Nov. 14, at Target stores nationwide and online at Target.com. In addition, guests can visit http://www.liljams.com/ to view photos of the young artists featured on the album, download ringtones, submit home videos, or sign up to receive additional information.

The age-appropriate album is the first of its kind, solely-devoted to hip- hop -- a genre that transcends culture, race, and age. Lil' Jams is produced by GMG Entertainment. More information is available at http://www.liljams.com/ .

About Target

Minneapolis-based Target serves guests at 1,494 stores in 47 states nationwide by delivering today's best retail trends at affordable prices. Target is committed to providing guests with great design through innovative products, in-store experiences and community partnerships. Whether visiting a Target store or shopping online at Target.com, guests enjoy a fun and convenient shopping experience with access to thousands of unique and highly differentiated items. Target (NYSE:TGT) gives back more than $2 million a week to its local communities through grants and special programs. Since opening its first store in 1962, Target has partnered with nonprofit organizations, guests and team members to help meet community needs.

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