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THE E.N.D (Energy Never Dies)
- By The Black Eyed Peas
- Genre: Hip-hop
Common Sense Media says
Pounding party beats with some adult themes.
Parents say
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What parents need to know
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 "Ring-a-Ling," which discusses casual sex, don't present the best role models for young listeners.
What's the story?
THE E.N.D. (ENERGY NEVER DIES) is the fifth studio release from the Back Eyed Peas, the powerhouse group that includes pop favorite Fergie and master producer Will.i.am (along with apl.de.ap and Taboo). Full of electro funk beats, synthesized effects, and rap and R&B vocals, the album is an eclectic blend of urban sounds, which provide a backdrop for the Peas messages of partying, social harmony, and professional ambition. Although longing and heartbreak are also an ever-present theme, the angst is generally set to a party beat and pounding dance grooves.
Is it any good?
The Black Eyed Peas take a trip back to old school funk on this CD, giving listeners a synthed-out trip to the techno sound of decades past. Like a musical smoothie comprised of a blend of Blondie, Parliament Funkadelic, Hall and Oates, and even John Mellencamp, The E.N.D. looks like just the beginning of a new era of Peas musical artistry. Although the entire album is a natural party mix, tracks like "Rock that Body" and "Electric City" in particular bring the funk. The unique musical morphing of old and new hip-hop effects is perfectly executed, while the flamboyant vocals from Fergie and inspired raps take this album to the next level.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about the song “Generation Now.” On the track, the Black Eyed Peas name-drop tech terms from Google and Facebook to Wikipedia and cell phones. They then make the connection that these electronic advancements have made us into a society with no attention span, a generation that requires immediate gratification. Do you think technology has affected the expectations of your generation? Do you think the Black Eyed Peas see this as a good or bad thing, or both?
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Kid, 12 years old
April 5, 2011
AGE
yes! awesome music!
good for every age!
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good cd with a few let-downs
most of the songs are just about partying (I Gott Feeling, Party All The Time, Rock Your Body,) but then there are really good songs (Meet Me Halfway, Alive, Missing You, and One Tribe) but i really love this cd one of their best
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I'm a Peas fan, but I don't like I'm a Bee or Ring-a-Ling. One song talks about somebody having b----s on her d*ck and I'm a Bee says the N-Word once.
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Alright, not my favorite type of music, but interesting and cool.
I'm just wondering how music tracks that talk about sex and dildos can be 15+ but video games talking about similar things get 17+? (I know it has to do with visuals...but your mind is producing the images when you listen to music anyway). Anyways, the Black Eyed Peas have an amazing line of music tracks, and this just adds on to their success. If you like Hip-hop style music with a modern/ "futuristic" theme, this CD is for you. Catchy songs, good beats, fun for parties and clubs.
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the end
Love it. I have this cd and i've listening to it since i was 12. there's some bad language and sex in ring-a-ling but by the time you reach 12 you should know not to swear.
also i opened up the possitive messages and its now generation not generation now. lol
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Deserves a hundred stars
Why can we only give 5 stars? This is the best album of 2009 and deserves a lot more then just a five. But, this is an awesome album and parents should have no problem with their kids listing to the E.N.D. or any of the Black Eyed Peas albums.
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The E.N.D.
its ok... wish they didnt use the s-word in almost all the tracks.... i'd say just buy the individual tracks on itunes... boom boom pow is the best song. also i gotta feeling is good.
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Black Eyed Peas Fan :)
First thing. The Black Eyed Peas rock.
And yeah there's language in a few songs but, if your kids are used to hearing it then it shouldn't matter.
Good role models because The Black Eyed Peas are always doing chairty work. Fergie, is a strong woman and shows female strengh in the music business. Will.I.Am is always talking about charity and how people can help out and so are the other two.
And 2+ because my little sister loves I Gotta Feeling and Boom Boom Pow.
They are one of the best bands ever and be a little nicer to them commonsense they could be worst.
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| Artist: | The Black Eyed Peas |
| Release date: | June 9, 2009 |
| Label: | Interscope Records |
| Genre: | Hip-hop |
| Parental advisory: | No |
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