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"Baby" (CD single) (by Justin Bieber, Pop)

common sense media says

Ludacris raps on breakup tune, but it's all squeaky clean.


parents & educators say
  • 33% say there are positive messages
  • 26% say sexual content is an issue

What parents need to know

Parents need to know that the new single "BABY" represents more of the same from Justin Bieber. It's a squeaky-clean song that finds the singer once again pouring his heart out to a girl he likes. Though his crush breaks his heart in the end, Bieber still doesn't resort to cussing, name-calling, or other dirty tricks in an attempt to demean her. Despite the presence of the famous rap star Ludacris, this single is OK for tweens.

Positive messages: As usual, Justin Bieber treats the object of his affection well, vowing "Just shout whenever and I'll be there / You are my love, you are my heart."
Positive role models: Even after gaining more fame and picking up another mega-famous musical collaborator (Ludacris), Justin Bieber continues to keep it real.
Violence: Not applicable.
Sex: Not applicable.
Language: Not applicable.
Consumerism: Not applicable.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.

More on "Baby" (CD single)

What to talk about

Talk to your kids
  • Families can talk about ending relationships. What lessons can tweens learn from the way Justin Bieber handles a break-up in this song? When a relationship ends, why could it cause problems to say mean, negative things to each other?
  • What are some more healthy and constructive ways to deal with a break-up besides hurling harsh words at the other person?

What's the story?

What's the story?
Justin Bieber's back with "BABY," the first single off his forthcoming second album titled My World 2 -- not to be confused with his debut record called simply My World. On this second go-round, Bieber brings out the big star-power once again: while his initial album featured a guest appearance from Usher (the man credited for discovering the young star), his new single includes a verse by rapper Ludacris. In "Baby," both Bieber and Ludda discuss getting their hearts broken for the first time. Despite the painful topic, however, each keeps his recollections clean, steering clear of profanity or other mature content. 

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 
"If it ain't broke, don't fix it" seems to be Justin Bieber's motto, since most of his songs -- including "Baby" -- sound very similar. Here, Bieber falls back on the heavy synth-presence and formulaic pop beats that characterize his entire last album. Though his vocals and I-want-to-be-sweet-to-you approach are still somewhat endearing, the pattern is starting to wear thin. The most interesting part of the song is the Ludacris verse, where the rapper sounds almost amused, no doubt at the fact that the normally hardcore MC is guest-starring on a G-rated tween record.

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Released on: January 19, 2010
Label: Island
Genre: Pop

This review was written by Stephanie Bruzzese
 
 

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What parents & educators say

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Based on 27 parent & educator reviews:
  • 33% say there are positive messages
  • 26% say sexual content is an issue

Most useful reviews by all members

DarkMidnight
teen, 15 years old
 
I'm really worried about the younger generation
He's not my favorite, I guess I can tolerate some of his songs (this song stinks though- CHANGE UP THE LYRICS A LITTLE BIT, BIEBER!) It's the properaganda that I really hate. For instance: "Bieber Fever" "Beliebers" and even the sadness of seeing people call themselves "Mrs. Bieber" Children of America and beyond, there is pretty much 0 chance that you will ever find yourself married to Mr. Bieber. I only liked Justin in that True Jackson VP episode when I first known he existed.. His songs are about "love" I guess its alright if he likes singing about that, but really, can't they find anything ELSE to sing about? He's sending the desperate little girls crushes apon him up to the empth degree. Some girls imagine (or actually think) he's singing these songs to them, and when they found out he's dating that Jasmin girl, people flipped out as if a wife found out her husband is cheating (This is about the time you may want your children to see a doctor) For crying out loud, he's not going to date an 11 year old girl with "Bieber Fever" written all over her body. If you argue agents this epidemic of obsession, the fans (or victoms) of Justin Bieber will literly try to kill you. They will say you are 'jealous' they will say "how could you not like him, he's sooooo talented and sooooo hot!!" Really, is that all that matters, how 'hot' he is? That's not going to win an argument.. they think saying he's hot is going to prove their point that he's amazing. Seriously, these children that are obsessed with him are going to be leaders of the world one day, so I keep seeing world distruction in the future. Also, his hair looks like its stuck on his head, the winds of a hurricane couldn't move it. He's everywhere, this rein must stop. He practicly rules the free world right now.

beautifulandbr ...
teen, 14 years old
 
Good for any age.
I LOVE JB SO MUCH HE IS THE BEST ROLE MODEL FOR KIDS HE DOESN'T WRITE BAD SONGS THEY SEND POSTIVE MESSAGES. My 6 year old cousin listens to him.

 
It's so lame, no one should be tortured by him!
Anything Justin Bieber is horrible.

BurgerLuv
kid, 11 years old
 
One of the worst singers ever!
The only reason I'm writing a review about this song is because I think JB sounds like a girl. Sure, I get how he was from a small town and now he's a popular (why the heck is he popular??), but that doesn't mean he's great or anything. And all he's ever dressed in is these hippie clothes that he thinks are cool. Thank god my favorite radio station rarely EVER plays his songs.

 
I can listen to about 45 seconds, before becoming suicidal.
Justin bieber is the most irritating, squeaky voiced idiot I have ever heard or seen. The only people who like Bieber are 10-13 year old girls. If a boy/man likes Justin Bieber they should go to a mental home. This has no mature content at all, but it turns out to be mindless, squeaky and annoying drivel.

 
Do not buy this its a waste of time
Has anyone noticed that Justin Beiber is nothing but a commercial brand? He has had keychains, cards, t-shirts, lipstick, guest appearances, nail polishes, and other things! He doesn't even make his own music! The only stupid reason he's here is to rip off 6 year old girls and their parents! and only in a year or so he'll be ending up like the Jonas Brothers or Backstreet Boys as "out of date" so do you really want to waste your time on this loser? There is no reason to even listen to him on Youtube he is that worthless

mkonjibhu
parent of 13 year old
 
horrific
HATE

 
Im not ashamed to say I cant stand him. This kid thinks he can sing and leads a bunch of little girls on like he can when all it is is the magic of autotune.

Cliff Hanger
teen, 14 years old
 
EWWW
EW. Just EW. Thats all I have to say.

HunterJumper13
teen, 15 years old
 
Read this:
Oh yes, I soooo want to listen to some immature 16 year old whos voice hasn't even changed yet. Honestly. A 16 year old singing "Baby baby baby oooohhh"... More like Baby baby baby ewwwwww". Honestly, he's not even onld enough to seriously date, let alone sing cheesy repetitive love songs. Plus the fact that he has midget idols... It's disgusting watching the 10 year olds at the skating ring swoon every time one of his dopey, mediocre songs comes on the loud speaker (And my dear friends, if his happens to you, I have found that the best remedy is to sing "Poker face" or "If I Die Young" at the very tip top of you voice with your ears plugged). It's so dumb. I myself have never understood girls liking celebritys (they don't know you exist, you dolts!!), but honestly, this has gone too far. THEY'RE 10 FOR GOODNESS SAKES!! Grow up a big and get some class. No one wants to see your Beiber ((Beaver) temporary tatoo stuck to your ancloe, or you t-shirt with his ugly face splattered across the front. And then there's that whole thing about him looking like a muscrat, or some type of mutated beaver (Oh, hey! THAT'S where he gets his last name!). Please, SAVE YOURSELF!!! Don't listen to this slop.

BellaBelle
kid, 11 years old
 
Enough
I am a belibier quit all u Justin haters give him a chance. FYI all u people who say oh all his music Is the same well it's not he can sing with an acoustic guitar 2. If he dose not sing good then why does he have so much money and fans. Ill admit at first I thought he sang like a girl but I gave him a chance and I liked it. I heart ya Justin!

IzzyNYC
kid, 13 years old
 
Quite Annoying, Actually
The song "Baby" is just two minutes of the same exact words. Kids, listen to some GOOD music like Queen or The Cure.

junecutie31@ya ...
kid, 10 years old
 

Vampire_ Angel
teen, 13 years old
 
>.< HATE THIS
Just wanted to share with the web 2 things: 1, i hate him, and 2, did you know Justin says "Baby" exactly 55 times in the song?? We get it already.

uh duh
kid, 11 years old
 
annoying

 
Love this song! And I ain't a big Justin Bieber fan either. I like hearing sing baby oh baby over again. I also like the part where the other said i don't need starbucks and I thought my first love would be mine!:) There's no talk about sex in it.

dramaqueen06
kid, 13 years old
 
EWWW!!!!!!
OMG, that is just what America needs. Another loser pop star whom girls only like because of his hair. He sings like a freakin' 8 year old girl. He has no talent and it's obvious that there is a lot of auto tuning done.

pinkkittyninja
kid, 13 years old
 
I don't understand how this got popular..."/
Seriously, I'm SICK of hearing Justin Beiber this and Justin Beiber that! Just because people think he looks hot and he sang 'baby, baby, baby oohhhhhh' over and over again doesn't mean that he's a good singer! Justin Beiber, (BEAVER) is way overrated. But still, i don't think he's hateable. He's only a teenager, for goodness sake, give him a break. I wouldn't like it if i was in his position, knowing that people would hate me because of my voice. I don't even think he even planned on being famous. Anyway, this song sucks. :)

Sokrr
parent of 12 and 13 year old
 
Horrible music
Not inappropriate, but Justin Beiber IS NOT A GOOD SINGER. Horrible song that repeats one word. The rap was more of talking "when I was 13" then actual rap

MOVIE13
teen, 14 years old
 
BAD
uhhhhhhhhh why do so many people like this song?! the songs stupid the music video is stupider....! his baby song should go like this: "baby this is a bad song ohhhhh, like this this is a bad song ohhhhhhhh!"

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