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Curious George 2: Follow That Monkey Soundtrack
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Curious George 2: Follow That Monkey Soundtrack

Why We Recommend It

With instrumentals mixed in with the vocal tracks, this CD's gentle, mellow songs offer positive and inspiring messages.

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"Break Your Heart" (CD single) by Taio Cruz
Parents Need to Know...

that this song doesn't have any sexual discussions or violent lyrics to speak of. However, the message isn't the best for kids to hear, especially for teens just learning the rules of relationships. Basically the message is "I'm a ... read more

Age 13+
"Break Your Heart" (CD single)
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"Imma Be" (CD single) by The Black Eyed Peas
Parents Need to Know...

that they should look for the clean version of this song, because the unedited release is too much for kids. Even though the song is topping the charts and can be heard all around TV and radio, don't assume it's perfectly safe. There are ... read more

Age 15+
"Imma Be" (CD single)
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"Rude Boy" (CD single) by Rihanna
Parents Need to Know...

that this single is much racier than Rihanna's typical dance tunes. It's all about sex, and the lyrics do not shy away from begging for a romp. Although the song doesn't mention any body parts specifically or use any bad language, the ... read more

Age 15+
"Rude Boy" (CD single)
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"Say Aah" (CD single) by Trey Songz
Parents Need to Know...

that this song is all about drinking alcohol. It's one of those songs that makes drinking look glitzy and glamorous, something that all the "cool people" do. It also seems to suggest that alcohol and wealth go hand in hand, and ... read more

Age 16+
"Say Aah" (CD single)
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"Pants on the Ground" (CD single) by General Larry Platt
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that this song is hard to avoid these days. The video of Platt's audition on American Idol has definitely gone viral and appeared all over the Internet. Whether you want your kid thinking "fool" is an okay word to use, however, ... read more

Age 10+
"Pants on the Ground" (CD single)
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"Stylo" (CD single) by Gorillaz
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that there's nothing to worry about here. The lyrics really don't make much sense, so even if there was a negative message, most listeners would be hard pressed to understand it. What parents do need to take notice of is the success of ... read more

Age 10+
"Stylo" (CD single)
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Party Rock by LMFAO
Parents Need to Know...

that kids may be interested in this CD because its songs are featured on popular shows such as Jersey Shore.  Although this album looks like silly fun, the subject matter is WAY too explicit for tweens, teens, and even some adults, for ... read more

No Kids
Party Rock
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"How Low" (CD single) by Ludacris
Parents Need to Know...

that the single "HOW LOW" has multiple meanings. The words could describe dancing (getting low to the dance floor), or various sexual situations. Though the lyrics don't include hardcore swearing -- "ass" and ... read more

Age 14+
"How Low" (CD single)
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Shock Value 2 by Timbaland
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that this is one of those albums that's both good and bad. It's good because there's no violence to speak of, and nothing too sexually explicit. But it's also iffy for kids because of the sexual innuendo, a couple of harsh expletives, and ... read more

Age 14+
Shock Value 2
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All or Nothing by Jay Sean
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that although this album doesn't say anything too explicit, there are some sexy moments that allude to "gettin' it on." Talk of "riding it," grinding, and "working it all night" make the songs too sexy for ... read more

Age 13+
All or Nothing
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Man on the Moon: The End of Day by Kid Cudi
Parents Need to Know...

although Kid Cudi sings mellow, thought-provoking rhymes, there's too much profanity and sexual references to make this album OK for kids. Talk of pot-smoking and women's bodies, plus lots of the "N" word make this album a no-no ... read more

Age 15+
Man on the Moon: The End of Day
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THE E.N.D (Energy Never Dies) by The Black Eyed Peas
Parents Need to Know...

that for the most part this is a clean album, but expletives and mature references are sprinkled throughout. Many songs are fine for teens. "One Tribe" and "Generation Now" actually raise important issues. However some songs like ... read more

Age 15+
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Fantasy Ride by Ciara
Parents Need to Know...

that while this album doesn't contain a lot of four-letters words, the sexy nature of many of the songs makes it questionable for kids' ears. Although the sexy messages are generally shrouded in metaphors and analogies, savvy listeners ... read more

Age 15+
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"You're a Jerk" (CD single) by New Boyz
Parents Need to Know...

that while the jerkin' dance style isn't particularly risque, this song itself includes some mature content, including swearing and sexual references.  read more

Age 14+
"You're a Jerk" (CD single)
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"Knock You Down" (CD single) by Keri Hilson
Parents Need to Know...

that this R&B/hip-hop single is clean. The phrase "knock you down" is used to mean getting caught off guard by an intense jolt of feelings. read more

Age 12+
"Knock You Down" (CD single)
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"I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho)" (CD single) by Pitbull
Parents Need to Know...

this song straddles the fence between risque and OK. It doesn't have lots of the explicit language like other rap singles, but it does include some significant sexual innuendo that might or might not go over young listeners heads. The ... read more

Age 14+
"I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho)" (CD single)
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"Right Round" (CD single) by Flo Rida
Parents Need to Know...

even if this song is upbeat and fun, it's still a song about strippers and one man's desires as he ogles them. The women are shown as wanting the narrator's money and the sex/money dynamic is firmly in place here. read more

Age 16+
"Right Round" (CD single)
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"Kiss Me Thru the Phone" (CD single) by Soulja Boy
Parents Need to Know...

that this is an R&B-inflected hip-hop love song whose lyrics never get steamier than the sincere request of a lovesick protagonist for his girlfriend to "kiss me through the phone. And, in a departure from his ... read more

Age 13+
"Kiss Me Thru the Phone" (CD single)
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Thr33 Ringz by T-Pain
Parents Need to Know...

that although this album has a circus theme, it's definitely not kid friendly; this is a gritty, sexually infused performance. Although somewhat toned down from his previous releases, T-Pain's common topics are the same: drinking, ... read more

No Kids
Thr33 Ringz
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"Dead and Gone" (CD single) by T.I.
Parents Need to Know...

that even though violent imagery and explicit language pervades this song, the message is admirable. T.I. raps about how people easily fall victim to urban violence. But he doesn't glamorize this lifestyle; instead he tells listeners that ... read more

Age 15+
"Dead and Gone" (CD single)
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Reiterate by Grits
Parents Need to Know...

that Grits -- one of the more accomplished acts in the realm of Christian rap -- performs critically acclaimed music while sticking with their beliefs and delivering positive messages. read more

Age 10+
Reiterate
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