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Boys Like Girls
- By Boys Like Girls
- Genre: Indie Rock
Common Sense Media says
Polished pop rock that's sweet and simple.
Parents say
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that Boys Like Girls is a perfectly palatable indie pop rock band who showcased their music on the Internet -- and landed a record deal. The album's lyrics are mostly tame and touch on the typical tribulations teens face, from relationships to breakups to jealousy. Parents should be aware that the title song -- which opens the album -- does say: "Let's get drunk and ride around," and "Dance Hall Drug" talks about losing your virginity too soon (and some even say it's about drugging a girl in order to have sex with her).
What's the story?
On the self-titled BOYS LIKE GIRLS, the band has polished up their act. Of course, prior to this, their "act" was essentially two roughly recorded demo tracks made available on the Internet. Buzz for the band built quickly, leading to a recording gig in less than a year. Their debut album is a polished piece of pop rock that is pleasant, slick, and well produced, but the songs feel familiar, reminiscent of Jimmy Eat World -- without the edge. For all its polish, the band's lyrics are surprisingly sugary and simple, occasionally verging on immature.
Is it any good?
It's refreshing to hear this band sing of girls with adoration and respect. There's no name calling or rage. Sure there's the requisite heartache and pain, with some bitterness and jealousy thrown in, but these are feelings teens can relate to. Plus, there are some hopeful words of advice and wisdom to extract. This band definitely has talent -- and possibly a big future -- and there's plenty to enjoy here. You won't find a single bad track on this album, but you shouldn't expect to find real brilliance either.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about the risks of underage drinking as well as the dangers kids face when they try to grow up too fast -- a theme the band touches on in "Dance Hall Drug." What motivates kids to want to grow up so quickly? What do they leave behind and miss out on when they do? Why is it important for kids to mature before they do more grown-up things? What are some signs of mature decision making?
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I think this is a great cd! The song reffered to above "Me, You and My Medication" does say "We're all addicted to something that takes away the pain" but when I listen to it I don't think of sunstances I think of friends. I interpert the song as saying that you need you're friends to take away you're pain.
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My second fav band!
I love boys like girls! they come close second to the Jonas Brothers. I love the song hero/heroine! they are a great band!
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Catchy rock beats make for good music to dance to or blast in the car.
Other than occasional lyrics about drugs and sex, Boys Like Girls music is filled with catchy rhythms and smoothly flowing lyrics. My personal favorites, if you want to check them out for reference or something are: Me, You and My Medication (I know what you're thinking, I believe the title is misleading), She's Got a Boyfriend Now, and Great Escape.
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Very Worth It
I love this cd.ITs so worth the money. Its a refreshing take on punk music.
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Way to be late.
I am very disappointed. Not because it's a bad band, but because it tooks MTV and the radio TWO WHOLE YEARS to find this band, just like Plain White T's "Hey There Delilah". MTV sucks. They're always late and they overplay. I used to like this band, but now I don't. MTV kills music. End of story.
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10 yr olds rule
My little sis listens to it and she is 9!
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Great!!
My kids love Boys like Girls and on occasion I listen to this c.d. with them. It is very good music and has positive messages
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May 25, 2010
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don't hate me but...
I am not a big B.L.G. fan. there songs sound weird, and on the new years day parade, they were terrible. sorry B.L.G. fans.
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| Artist: | Boys Like Girls |
| Release date: | August 22, 2006 |
| Labels: | Columbia, Red Ink |
| Genre: | Indie Rock |
| Parental advisory: | No |
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