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Music of the Sun

(2005, Hip-hop, by Rihanna, Label: Def Jam)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 9, age appropriate for kids over 11; suggested age 11.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    Young sensation's songs are sensational.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 11 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    A mildly empowering message for girls.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    One song about falling for a "thug" -- but no violent lyrics.
  • Sex:

    Some mild sexual innuendo.
  • Language:

    Nothing offensive.
  • Consumerism:

    Noting obvious.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Nothing obvious.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Music of the Sun

Parents need to know that young singing sensation Rihanna offers appealing songs with a gentle girl-power message. Some of the lyrics are a tiny bit suggestive but tame compared to most pop music.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the ways in which the artist's West Indies upbringing flavors the sound of her music, both rhythmically and lyrically. They can also talk about how music doesn't have to be sensationalistic to be sensational.

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Most Recent Reviews

  1. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    Lives in Florida
    I rate this title iffy for age 10 and give it 5.0

  2. Teen Reviewer Age 13
    Lives in Michigan
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    good music

    i have not heard this cd but i am hopeing it is good

  3. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    Lives in Indiana
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    its good

    ithink its good for all ages

  4. Adult Reviewer
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

  5. Adult Reviewer
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

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