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We Started Nothing

(2008, Indie rock, by The Ting Tings, Label: Columbia)

  • 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?

    4.0

  • Common Sense says

    British electro-indie-pop duo gets iPod ad boost.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 12 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Not an issue.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Not an issue.

  • Sex:

    "For the last time you will kiss my lips" is as sexual as it gets.

  • Language:

    "Hell" is mentioned; one song is titled "Shut Up and Let Me Go."

  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    "Folks get high at a quarter to five."
 

What Parents Need to Know

About We Started Nothing

Parents need to know that this band is the latest to be thrown into the spotlight by having their single "Shut Up and Let Me Go" chosen for an iPod commercial. There's nothing to worry about as far as the lyrics and content.

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  1. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    Stalcach
    Lives in Iowa
    I rate this title on for age 11 and give it 5.0

    The TING TINGS!

    Great band. They're one of my favorites. They have some really great songs. You can't help not dance to the music.

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  2. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    terramarie
    Lives in California
    I rate this title on for age 11 and give it 4.0

    hummmm . . . .

    well it does say they call me hell they call me ... *ONLY 11+

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  3. Teen Reviewer Age 13
    musicgal422
    Lives in Colorado
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    One of the best bands from England EVER!!!

    I love these guys! They have amazing songs that you can't help but tap your foot to and sing a long. You should buy the album today!

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