Boys Like Girls - Boys Like Girls

Polished pop rock that's sweet and simple.

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Music details
  • Artist(s): Boys Like Girls
  • Genre: Indie Rock
  • Label: Columbia/Red Ink
  • Parental Advisory: No
  • Edited Version: No
  • Release Date: 08/22/2006

Parents need to know

Parents need to know that Boys Like Girls is a perfectly palatable indie pop rock band who showcased their music on the Internet -- and landed a record deal. The album's lyrics are mostly tame and touch on the typical tribulations teens face, from relationships to breakups to jealousy. Parents should be aware that the title song -- which opens the album -- does say: "Let's get drunk and ride around," and "Dance Hall Drug" talks about losing your virginity too soon (and some even say it's about drugging a girl in order to have sex with her).

Families can talk about the risks of underage drinking as well as the dangers kids face when they try to grow up too fast -- a theme the band touches on in "Dance Hall Drug." What motivates kids to want to grow up so quickly? What do they leave behind and miss out on when they do? Why is it important for kids to mature before they do more grown-up things? What are some signs of mature decision making?

Message

Social Behavior:

Aside from mild references to "wild times" and occasional bitterness over a breakup, the message is quite optimistic about love, relationships, the future, and growing up. There's one song that centers on a 16-year-old girl's desire to grow up too fast and lose her virginity. The lyrics urge her to wait and encourage restraint with "show 'em what you're made of."

Consumerism:

Drugs/Alcohol/Tobacco:

Several references to alcohol and smoking. One song mentions addiction ("We're all addicted to something that takes away the pain") and using medication to "take away the pain." Parents should be aware that the title song does say: "Let's get drunk and ride around" and "Dance Hall Drug" talks about losing your virginity too soon (and some even say it's about drugging a girl in order to have sex with her).

Violence

Sex

A couple of minor references to sexual activity ("You're coming home with me tonight" and "Clothes on the floor"). One song addresses losing virginity.

Language

"S--t" is used a couple of times.

Common Sense says

What's the story?

Reviewed by Conny Coon

On the self-titled BOYS LIKE GIRLS, the band has polished up their act. Of course, prior to this, their "act" was essentially two roughly recorded demo tracks made available on the Internet. Buzz for the band built quickly, leading to a recording gig in less than a year. Their debut album is a polished piece of pop rock that is pleasant, slick, and well produced, but the songs feel familiar, reminiscent of Jimmy Eat World -- without the edge. For all its polish, the band's lyrics are surprisingly sugary and simple, occasionally verging on immature.

Is it any good?

3
It's refreshing to hear this band sing of girls with adoration and respect. There's no name calling or rage. Sure there's the requisite heartache and pain, with some bitterness and jealousy thrown in, but these are feelings teens can relate to. Plus, there are some hopeful words of advice and wisdom to extract. This band definitely has talent -- and possibly a big future -- and there's plenty to enjoy here. You won't find a single bad track on this album, but you shouldn't expect to find real brilliance either.
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Parents and kids say

All Reviews

There are 12 reviews.

5


Posted on 07/29/08 by brayphantom Kid contributor, age 11

My second fav band!

I love boys like girls! they come close second to the Jonas Brothers. I love the song hero/heroine! they are a great band!
5


Posted on 07/24/08 by danielle279 Kid contributor, age 11

best cd ever. <3
5


Posted on 06/15/08 by carriberri Kid contributor, age 14

THIS CD ROCKS

i LOVE this CD. it basically explains all the joys and hard times of being a teenager and it only cusses twice on the whole album.(big +) i dont think LITTLE kids should listen because it does make some references that can cause confusion but for the most part, this CD would be great for anyone over 12.
3

Posted on 03/17/08 by Anonymous Kid contributor, age 14

pretty good

well, this is an album that just shows the joys of being a teen, which is fun! one good thing is u dont have to worry about ur kid becoming depressed from this album :D! there is some reference to getting drunk and high and driving which isnt good, but idk, that didnt change the way i felt about drunk driving! dance hall drug is actually a good song and is saying to girls that most guys really dont care about u, they just want to get some and that u dont have 2 grow up so quickly!
5


Posted on 01/20/08 by bonesxprt13 Kid contributor, age 14

every 12-year-old must have

This is my favorite band! It is so great! I love their lead singer, he's so amazing!
2


Posted on 01/09/08 by shpheebs Kid contributor, age 17

Way to be late.

I am very disappointed. Not because it's a bad band, but because it tooks MTV and the radio TWO WHOLE YEARS to find this band, just like Plain White T's "Hey There Delilah". MTV sucks. They're always late and they overplay. I used to like this band, but now I don't. MTV kills music. End of story.
5


Posted on 11/28/07 by mcrluver Kid contributor, age 13
4


Posted on 10/26/07 by love the 4 always Kid contributor, age 15
5


Posted on 09/25/07 by Melanie Bby Grl Kid contributor, age 13

Awesome and LUV.....

I just LUV the song "Great Escape" it is one of my fav songs....... i could listen 2 it all day..... this song was made for MUSIC LUVERS!!!!!!!!! = P =]
4

Posted on 07/01/07 by Anonymous Kid contributor, age 11

Boys & Girls Like "Boys Like Girls".

Oh, gahhh. You don't know how many people actually have told me Boys Like Girls is their favorite band. I think this band is really likeable, and they have orignal music that is really easy to rock to and enjoy. :]

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There are 12 reviews.

5


Posted on 07/29/08 by brayphantom Kid contributor, age 11

My second fav band!

I love boys like girls! they come close second to the Jonas Brothers. I love the song hero/heroine! they are a great band!
5


Posted on 07/24/08 by danielle279 Kid contributor, age 11

best cd ever. <3
5


Posted on 06/15/08 by carriberri Kid contributor, age 14

THIS CD ROCKS

i LOVE this CD. it basically explains all the joys and hard times of being a teenager and it only cusses twice on the whole album.(big +) i dont think LITTLE kids should listen because it does make some references that can cause confusion but for the most part, this CD would be great for anyone over 12.
3

Posted on 03/17/08 by Anonymous Kid contributor, age 14

pretty good

well, this is an album that just shows the joys of being a teen, which is fun! one good thing is u dont have to worry about ur kid becoming depressed from this album :D! there is some reference to getting drunk and high and driving which isnt good, but idk, that didnt change the way i felt about drunk driving! dance hall drug is actually a good song and is saying to girls that most guys really dont care about u, they just want to get some and that u dont have 2 grow up so quickly!
5


Posted on 01/20/08 by bonesxprt13 Kid contributor, age 14

every 12-year-old must have

This is my favorite band! It is so great! I love their lead singer, he's so amazing!
2


Posted on 01/09/08 by shpheebs Kid contributor, age 17

Way to be late.

I am very disappointed. Not because it's a bad band, but because it tooks MTV and the radio TWO WHOLE YEARS to find this band, just like Plain White T's "Hey There Delilah". MTV sucks. They're always late and they overplay. I used to like this band, but now I don't. MTV kills music. End of story.
5


Posted on 11/28/07 by mcrluver Kid contributor, age 13
4


Posted on 10/26/07 by love the 4 always Kid contributor, age 15
5


Posted on 09/25/07 by Melanie Bby Grl Kid contributor, age 13

Awesome and LUV.....

I just LUV the song "Great Escape" it is one of my fav songs....... i could listen 2 it all day..... this song was made for MUSIC LUVERS!!!!!!!!! = P =]
4

Posted on 07/01/07 by Anonymous Kid contributor, age 11

Boys & Girls Like "Boys Like Girls".

Oh, gahhh. You don't know how many people actually have told me Boys Like Girls is their favorite band. I think this band is really likeable, and they have orignal music that is really easy to rock to and enjoy. :]
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