Fall Out Boy is one of my favorite bands and this album did not disappoint. Although it had some tracks that sent wrong messages or Expletives ("I Don't Care" and "27", respectively), it had many great songs ("Headfirst Slide into Cooperstown On a Bad Bet", "What a Catch, Donnie"). Overall, great CD.
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Folie à Deux
(2008, Rock, by Fall Out Boy, Label: Island)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 12, age appropriate for kids over 14; suggested age 14. -
Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
Madness is contagious in riotous but teen-friendly LP.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 14 and Up
What to watch out for
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What Parents Need to Know
About Folie à Deux
Parents need to know that while there are one or two expletives and some mature lyrics on this album, the content is mostly appropriate for teens and older tweens. But keep an eye on the first video for the song I Don't Care, which is chock full of rude, illegal, and disorderly behavior. Although the video ends with a twist, watching the band mates gleefully terrorize citizens (and shoplift while dressed as nuns!) can send the wrong message, especially to younger kids.
Read our full review by Jacqueline Rupp
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the use of sarcasm and irony in music. There are many instances on this album when the band uses sarcasm and irony to cast a light on some of America's foibles. Do you think young listeners understand that some lyrics might sound like they are celebrating something but they are actually attacking it? At what age can someone understand sarcasm in music and movies? What might happen if a teen misinterprets sarcasm and thinks for instance a band advocates stealing or violence?
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Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
Not the Best but Still Awesome
- I rate this title iffy for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
BEWARE of the song 27!!!
I just got this CD recently, and I loved it! It's a perfect blend of alternative and punk music. BUT... in the song 27, they say the "f - bomb" TWO TIMES! That's why I just skip that song. I think that ages twelve and up could listen to it, AS LONG AS THEY SKIP THE TRACK 27!!!
- I rate this title on for age 11 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
Fall out boy is my fave band!
I LOve this cd!!! i want it so bad lol
- I rate this title on for age 11 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
Fall out boy is my fave band!
I LOve this cd!!! i want it so bad lol
- I rate this title iffy for age 10 and give it
well, they like to sing about sex, but overall its a great cd.
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