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Pretty. Odd.

(2008, Indie rock, by Panic at the Disco, Label: Decaydance)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 11, age appropriate for kids over 13; suggested age 13.
  • Is it any good?

    3.0
  • Common Sense says

    Pompous, but more pleasant than first album.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 13 and Up

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    So much of the lyrics are nonsensical unrelated phrases it's hard to discern any message at all. There is, however, an overall sheen of self-importance throughout, and especially in lines such as: "you remind me of a few of my famous friends" and "we're all too smart to talk to God." A tendency for occasionally sexist lines such as "I don't love you/I'm just passing the time."
  • Violence:

    One reference to "Little deaths in musical beds."
  • Sex:

    Surprisingly little, and nothing overt -- although one song is titled "Folkin' Around."
  • Language:

    Repeated use of "damn" and "hell" in "Do You See What I'm Seeing."
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Compares a woman to the smoke off of a cigarette, plus a single reference to "drug farm entrepreneur." Several mentions of wine, toasting, and drinking in one song.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Pretty. Odd.

Parents need to know this second album from Panic at the Disco is a lot less intense than their first effort and has significantly less drama, violent imagery, or sexual references. While it's just as theatrically ambitious and self-important as their debut, there's nothing that offensive except for its sheer length (after the 10th track -- there are 15 total -- the album quickly grows a bit tiresome).

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about why Panic at the Disco dropped the exclamation point in their name. Was it a coincidence that the publicity stunt came right before an album release? Families can also discuss the various ways bands try to differentiate themselves from other bands and how that helps or hurts their careers. Are there certain things you do to stand out from -- or blend in with -- friends and peers?

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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    Lives in Ohio
    I rate this title on for age 9 and give it 4.0

    Good, but not as good as the first.

    I love this cd! It's not as good as the first one, but its panic at the disco, so you can't go wrong. I love the line "you remind me of a few of my famous friends". You call it self- importance, but it's all tongue-in-cheek. I highly doubt they were being serious when they wrote that. I think it's a wonderful album.

  2. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    Lives in Massachusetts
    I rate this title on for age 9 and give it 3.0

    Alright Album

    Not the best album i have ever heard,Its definatly not as good as they're first album. They're is basicly no swearing (some minor words). This album is a little slow and might get boring for some people!

  3. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    Lives in Indiana
    I rate this title on for age 8 and give it 5.0

    To all the haters- get a life.

    This is one of the best things to ever fall from the Heaven I call 'ACTUAL MUSIC'. However, I did like A Fever You Can't Sweat Out better, but this is the second best thing. "Sexist lyrics"? Are you on something? "Makes no sense"? This is Panic, we're talking about. They never make complete sense, and thats the way we like it.

  4. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    Lives in Rhode Island
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    CONNY COON'S NAME IS LAME

    WOOOOWWWWW. Are you dating Kathy Kamin Goldmark? "this album contains less sexist lyrics"?!!! You also complain that it makes no sense at most points. You make no sense. I'm sure that Panic's loyal fans will agree with me when I say that you need to stop negatively reviewing Panic's albums.

  5. Teen Reviewer Age 13
    Lives in New York
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 4.0

    Awesome!

    Pretty Odd is A LOT different from their first album (the fever you can't sweat out) and this album is a lot lighter, I really like it. The songs are fun and innovative and their videos are really wild! I love listening to this albums because the lyrics make my imagination run wild!

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