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Taking the Long Way

(2006, Country, by Dixie Chicks, Label: Sony)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 10, age appropriate for kids over 12; suggested age 12.
  • Is it any good?

    5.0
  • Common Sense says

    Country-pop music with a message.

updated 07.04.08

Why We Rated This on for Ages 12 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Positive messages about taking care of each other in a scary world. Not all families will appreciate the Chicks' politics, though.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Anti-violence message.
  • Sex:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    "Ass-kissing" is mentioned; "hell" and "damn" used once or twice.
  • Consumerism:

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

    One reference to wine.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Taking the Long Way

Parents need to know that there is one instance of "ass-kissing" in the lyrics as well as one or two uses of "hell" and "damn." The Dixie Chicks are not afraid to discuss their politics; not all families will be comfortable with their liberal views. Non-Christian listeners may notice a subtle assumption of universal Christianity.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about "Not Ready to Make Nice," an apparent response to the reaction the Chicks got after criticizing the Bush administration a couple of years ago. Should entertainers talk about politics, or should they stick to entertaining? Do you think Natalie Maines should have apologized for her comments or not?
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  1. Kid Reviewer
    Age 10
    Lives in Oklahoma
    I rate this title off for age 17 and give it 1.0

    this band sucks

    lifeismuty is crazy your kids will hate this band now i hate that they trash talked toby keith ( my favorite singer) that song was about our country the red white and blue shame on everyone who likes this band that is why they always loose on cmt power picks GO TOBY

  2. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Nebraska
    I rate this title on for age 11 and give it 5.0

  3. Kid Reviewer
    Age 11
    Lives in Tennessee
    I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it 0.0

    dont like em

    i dont like the dixie chicks i used 2 but i dont now i heard their song not ready 2 make nice it not that good but its appropiate

  4. Teen Reviewer
    Age 13
    Anonymous
    Lives in New Mexico
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    great music, with a good message!

    I think that this album has great music. The Dixie Chicks are good role modles, and have really good music to listen to! This music is not inapropriate, and has a good message.

  5. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Tennessee
    I rate this title on for age 13 and give it 4.0

    the name of the album speaks out for itself and them

    Everyone has there opinions on every type of musicians,actors, etc..., this i have to say "They came out of the gate running",since the toby keith issue and other freedom of speech issues the way i look at it-Keep and Open Mind oAnd Don't be Afraid to say whats on your Mind

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