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Blink-182

(2003, Punk rock, by Blink-182, Label: Geffen Records)

  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 13, age appropriate for kids over 15; suggested age 14.

  • Is it any good?

    4.0

  • Common Sense says

    A good, honest blend of rock and punk.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 14–15

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    The only people these guys put down are themselves.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    There's violence in the title song of one cut, but there's nothing really graphic. The song "Go" seems to be a teen's reaction to a man's abuse of his mother--understated and powerful.

  • Sex:

    There is sexual innuendo, nothing explicit.

  • Language:

    Frequently used 4-letter words are skillfully omitted on the edited CD.

  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    A few references to drinking.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Blink-182

Parents need to know that this gutsy album will resonate with teenage boys -- whether or not their parents like it. There is talk of sex, swear words, and drinking, but nothing too explicit.

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  • Families can talk about some of the themes on this album, such as having sex or an abusive relationship.
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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    HayleeNoMeanings ...
    Lives in Maine
    I rate this title on for age 14 and give it 5.0

    I luv it so much!

    This music is so sweet.!!!!.!!!!

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  2. Teen Reviewer Age 17
    vicky92
    I rate this title iffy for age 10 and give it 5.0
    My concerns are:
    • Inappropriate sexual content
    • Inappropriate language

    there's worst things

    Even though it has a Parent Advisory on the front cover, it's really no big deal. Iv'e been listening to this album since I was about 11 or 12. love it to the core!!!

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  3. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    Mintyfreshgum
    Lives in Ohio
    I rate this title on for age 11 and give it 5.0

    Ahahaha.

    Common Sense, you never cease to amuse me. First, Poltergeist as 12 and up. Then, the Jonas Brothers as recommended music for 9-11 year olds. Now, Blink-182 as 14 and up? I'm 11, and this is one of my favorite albums. Yes, I get the *ahem* subliminal messages. Yes, I don't really have a problem with the swear words. Enema of the State is worse for young kids than this. Go review THAT.

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  4. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    martimusic123
    Lives in Massachusetts
    I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it 4.0

    a good cd

    Since this was Blink-182's last real album they did a good job by having more serious songs. There isn't one track that is as funny as there old stuff, which kinda bums me out, but still a lot of my favorite songs are on this CD. There style of music on this album is like punk pop, rock, with lyrics that are poetic and actually make sense. If you don't know what i'm talking about think of Sum41 except with slower and more dramatic songs.

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  5. Adult Reviewer
    Pink Floyd33
    Lives in Texas
    I rate this title on for age 8 and give it 5.0

    I liked this album alot

    i got this album and my son loved it too who cares if it cusses like once or twice its great

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