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The Recession

(2008, Rap, by Young Jeezy, Label: Def Jam)

  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 17, age appropriate for kids over 17; suggested age 17.

  • Is it any good?

    3.0

  • Common Sense says

    Some social commentary; too much sex, violence.

Why We Rated This not for kids

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Tracks discuss beating people, intimidation, selling drugs, and disrespecting women. The "N" word is also used.

  • Violence:

    Guns are glamorized and several songs mention pulling out guns, Glocks, and firing shots. "I'll put this strap in your face" is just one line.

  • Sex:

    Crass sexual references are used on such tracks as "Welcome Back" which repeatedly refers to women as "hoes" and includes the line "suck a d--k."

  • Language:

    Every track contains profanity and the album includes words like "muthaf--ka," "s--t," bitch."

  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Several songs include references to "selling dope."
 

What Parents Need to Know

About The Recession

Parents need to know that this CD has all the inappropriate material you would expect from a hardcore gangsta rap album. Bragging about using guns, talking casually about drug dealing, references that disrespect women, and a litany of profanities make this album unsuitable for kids and teens. There is some in-your-face social commentary that could encourage some interesting discussions.

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  • Families can talk about how current events are incorporated into rap albums. A major theme of this LP is about economic struggles and how to make money. Do you think this is a constant theme of hardcore rap, or do you think the current economic uncertainty makes this more of a timely topic? Also, do you think using harsh language and situations are necessary for this album to do well? Why, or why not?
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