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Abbey Road

(2009, Rock, by The Beatles, Label: Capitol)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 4, age appropriate for kids over 7; suggested age 7.
  • Is it any good?

    5.0
  • Common Sense says

    Timeless tunes are the ideal intro to Fab Four's music.

The themes of this music are:   exploring emotions, love

Why We Rated This on for Ages 7 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    The overall message of the music and the spirit of the songs is positive. Some music experts have even speculated that Abbey Road could be taken as a children's album because many of the songs are childlike. "Octopus's Garden," for example expresses the universal feeling of wanting to hide in a magical world. "Here Comes the Sun" is a poetic expression of hope, while "Come Together" is a call for people to live in harmony.
  • Role models:

    The songs paint very descriptive and accurate character studies that portray people as they are -- some could be role models, some have very human failings. The Beatles had a flair for encapsulating the human condition, while not sugar-coating things. On "Mean Mr. Mustard" the lyrics describe a "mean old man" who never goes anywhere and doesn't even appreciate the Queen. He's not a role model, but his grumpy persona serves a cautionary role.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Not an issue.
  • Sex:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    This album and other Beatles records were re-released to coincide with the debut of the game The Beatles: Rock Band.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Abbey Road

Parents need to know that this album is considered one of The Beatles' finest and includes many songs that are particularly well-suited for children. It is entirely devoid of offensive language and lacks the alleged drug overtones of earlier albums like Sergeant Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band.

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  1. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    Lives in Pennsylvania
    I rate this title on for age 7 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    The Beatles are the best!

    There are two main reasons to back up the fact that The Beatles is the greatest band ever: 1: they, Elvis Presley, and The Rolling Stones created rock music. 2: they are both wholesome and they have positive role-models/messages. Definitely for all ages!

  2. Kid Reviewer Age 10
    Lives in Connecticut
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Good role models

    awsomest band EVER!

    The beatles are the awsomest band ever! even my icon is Paul McCartney there songs are very safe for children! and i am one! =)

  3. Parent Reviewer
    Lives in Pennsylvania
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    The ultimate Swan song.

    Pure pop genius.

  4. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    Lives in Washington
    I rate this title on for age 7 and give it 5.0

    GOOOOODDDDDDD

    Awesome Not as good as dark side of the moon though

  5. Parent Reviewer
    Lives in Minnesota
    I rate this title on for age 7 and give it 5.0

    My Dad was a big Beatles fan, I am a Beatles fan, and this summer my two boys, 7 and 10, fell in love with them as well. They tend to prefer the pre-Revolver music, but Octopus's Garden and Here Comes the Sun from Abbey Road are favorites. Cautions: Maxwell's Silver Hammer is about a guy who kills people, and the cover art depicts Paul McCartney smoking.

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