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(2004, Rap, by Mase, Label: Bad Boy)

  • 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

    Squeaky-clean but viable rap music.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 11 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Exemplary, actually.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Not an issue.

  • Sex:

    Mase makes a point of keeping it clean.

  • Language:

    Not an issue.

  • Consumerism:

    CD includes an insert ad for Bad Boy clothing.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Welcome Back

Parents need to know that Mase "retired" from the music world several years ago to join the ministry, and is now back with squeaky-clean but viable rap music -- proof that it can be done!

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  1. Kid Reviewer Age 11
    kelton10
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    I rate this title iffy for age 8 and give it 4.0

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    linkinjayz
    I rate this title on for age 8 and give it 5.0

    Mase=Great 4 All Ages

    One of the best rap albums period.

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  4. Adult Reviewer
    Hamelbum
    I rate this title on for age 13 and give it 5.0

    Mase

    Great rap for kids of all ages.

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