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Fantasia

(2006, Pop, by Fantasia Barrino, Label: J-Records)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 13, age appropriate for kids over 14; suggested age 14.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    American Idol delivers sass on her second album.

updated 07.04.08

Why We Rated This on for Ages 14 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Gently positive messages about sticking up for yourself in relationships.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Not an issue.
  • Sex:

    Some minor sexual references. "I Nominate U" talks about keeping "the lights on cause tonight I wanna watch you perform."
  • Language:

    The "N" word is used frequently in one song.
  • Consumerism:

    Obvious TV tie-in.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Fantasia

Parents need to know that we're getting less American Idol winner and more grit this time around. This means just a little more spice, innuendo, and attitude, and a few instances of the "N" word. The phrase "wifebeaters and chains" is used to describe clothing, not behavior, on "Hood Boy."

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about what it means to have a crush on someone and what type of boy or girl they're most likely to fall for. They can also discuss how girls' bodies change -- and how guys react to those changes -- as they get older. Fantasia's songs also address big feelings by describing little moments in time. Kids and parents can try their hand at writing songs or poems that do the same.
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    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

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    I rate this title on for age 5 and give it 5.0

    Great Movie

    I really liked this movie when I was a kid. My favorite part is when the hippos are dancing.

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