German-language children's album Schnappi und Seine Freunde (Schnappi and His Friends) proves that good music is not bound by the limits of language or age.
Sung by 10-year-old Joy Gruttmann, the album is one that both adults and children will find enjoyable - whether they speak German or not.
Schnappi is a crocodile who stars in a popular animated children's television show in Germany. As the country's answer to Crazy Frog, he's stormed Top 10 pop charts in Europe and even Australia.
The first single, Schnappi, which features a catchy rhythm and simple lyrics, reached the Number 1 spot on German pop charts last year. But while it's easy to sing along to, it's not the best song on the album. The singer sounds like she has a runny nose.
Mahlzeit is a lively and enjoyable track, while Ein Lama in Yokohama stands out because of its Oriental-flavoured melody.
Rap song Sieben Hummein tries to ride on the waves of hip hop's popularity. But the song fails, as the charm of Joy's innocent voice is lost.