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"Craigslist" (CD single)
- By Weird Al Yankovic
- Genre: Pop
Common Sense Media says
Doors-inspired spoof of Internet community is right on.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this song is a parody that makes fun of the Internet community site for which the song is named. This song keeps the punch lines pretty mild, with jokes about trading junk and finding Internet love. There are some mild off-color moments, like when Weird Al mentions someone "having a bad case of gas" and a stalker-like character wearing a speedo and a hockey mask, but there's nothing gross or offensive.
What's the story?
Channeling the spirit of Jim Morrison and the psychedelic sound of the The Doors, Weird Al celebrates the eccentricities of Internet commerce with his song CRAIGSLIST. Backed by original Doors member Ray Manzerak, Yankovic pokes fun of the peculiar culture that's particular to users of Craigslist, like haggling over used goods, finding a love connection, and offering up free junk: "Got a trashcan of Styrofoam peanuts, you can have 'em for free, you can drop by on the weekend, and pick 'em up from me."
Is it any good?
Weird Al's songs seem to hold sway over a certain demographic (usually boys aged 10 - 15) due to their pitch-perfect parody of popular songs. "Craigslist" may not offer the laugh-out-loud moments of Weird Al's other songs, but it's a timely and dead-on satire that works as a concept piece. Weird Al's parodies based on real songs might have a slight edge in humor and audience interest among kids. Also, in the song's video, Weird Al's impersonation of Jim Morrison comes off kinda creepy -- not unlike the famed lead singer himself. Still, if kids are interested in satire, there's really no better example than Weird Al's work, which -- while occasionally rude and crude -- rarely approaches raunchy. And they're usually always funny.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about being safe online on sites like Craigslist. Read our Internet Safety Tips for Middle School Kids. Although this is a silly song, craigslist has been implicated in high-profile cases. What are some of the basic safety rules to follow when visiting a site like this?
Families can talk about visiting Web sites like Craigslist. Has the Internet created a certain kind of culture around buying and trading in used stuff? Is that a good or bad thing?
Can you think of another aspect of digital culture that should be spoofed? What about social networking or blogging? If you were writing the song, what would you say about these sites?
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l love/hate it
to tell u the true it suck's big fat red butt's yummy not lol
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e.g. You should think twice before going with a tween!
not his best but still great
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A tad questionable, but generally fine
Funny, but not Weird Al's best. That doesn't mean it isn't great though.
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Kid, 12 years old
November 25, 2010
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Please don't go on craigslist if you don't have a phone number or confirmed you're 17 years and older (concerned that you're 18)
There's Wierdos out there, because it's not for 9 year olds. Please Do not add people's ages - CSM i hate it.
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Kid, 12 years old
July 3, 2010
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the site is iffy for middle or high schoolers or middle schoolers to 21 year olds in some states, do not go on category adult if you are under 18 or 21. it is rated AO or MA for a reason.
the song is fine for all ages. I HATE Common sense media, YouTube is better,mom does not let me use it, idiots. it's not a fam. song idiots!
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the site is iffy for middle or high schoolers or middle schoolers to 21 year olds in some states, do not go on category adult if you are under 18 or 21. it is rated AO or MA for a reason.
the song is fine for all ages. I HATE Common sense media, YouTube is better,mom does not let me use it, idiots. it's not a fam. song idiots!
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Kid, 11 years old
July 3, 2010
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the site is iffy for middle or high schoolers or middle schoolers to 21 year olds in some states, do not go on category adult if you are under 18 or 21. it is rated AO or MA for a reason.
the song is fine for all ages. I HATE Common sense media, YouTube is better,mom does not let me use it, idiots. it's not a fam. song idiots!
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THIS IS A REVIEW PAGE FOR THE SONG, NOT THE SITE, OTHER PEOPLE REVIEWING.
I love this song! I was looking at the reviews for this, and they all seem to think that this is the page for the website craigslist. This is the page for the Weird Al song entitled "Craigslist." Could you make that a little more clear, please, Common Sense Media? Anyways, back to the song. This is truly another Weird Al masterpiece. I know all the words!
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Kid, 12 years old
August 17, 2010
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Parental Advisory: runalott@aol*'s Rating
Bad Content. Stay Away from the Craigslist site. Hi, The Rating is 9 and my cousin is 9, but i think it's for adults, i thought it is Parental Advisory or Edited Version. This site is not such aok place for a young. The Song might be for Teens and older because i dont know why this site is rating 9 but it's not for little teens or ten year olds, reapeat this is not for kids, tweens or teens. In my opinion people over 18 should have an account. On the song Weird Al Vankovic used one "godd--n it" in this song. You Shouldn't be on Craigslist unless you don't go to school anymore. PS: i only go on craigslist when dad says so to put stuff dad has.
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Kid, 12 years old
July 29, 2010
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the term "craigslist" is not allowed.
can you give a site a no kids rating and a 1 star because sometimes they post explicit reviews and info on this site, the music's the best why is the reason i give a music iffy for 0-18+? because the site they're weirdos on it for no reason.
why because all that and strangers can look at your stuff so it's alright for 19+.
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| Artist: | Weird Al Yankovic |
| Release date: | June 16, 2009 |
| Label: | Volcano |
| Genre: | Pop |
| Parental advisory: | No |
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