Results for hip-hop
Age 15+Man on the Moon: The End of Day
Hypnotic beats mix deep thoughts with strong language.
Release Date: 9/15/2009
Age 15+THE E.N.D (Energy Never Dies)
Pounding party beats with some adult themes.
Release Date: 6/9/2009
Age 15+Fantasy Ride
Sexy talk makes this an iffy pick for younger teens.
Release Date: 5/5/2009
Age 14+"You're a Jerk" (CD single)
Anthem of jerkin' dance craze is ode to playing the field.
Release Date: 4/22/2009
Age 12+"Knock You Down" (CD single)
Torn between two lovers, hip-hop star keeps it clean.
Release Date: 3/24/2009
Age 14+"I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho)" (CD single)
Irresistible Latin-hip-hop hybrid is sexy but not dirty.
Release Date: 3/9/2009
Age 16+"Right Round" (CD single)
Flirty and dirty ode to exotic dancing borrows 80s sample.
Release Date: 2/1/2009
Age 13+"Kiss Me Thru the Phone" (CD single)
R&B-style hip-hop love song is safe but not sophisticated.
Release Date: 12/16/2008
No KidsThr33 Ringz
Synthed-up sound with plenty of racy lyrics.
Release Date: 11/11/2008
Age 15+"Dead and Gone" (CD single)
Rapper uses brutal imagery in call to end street violence.
Release Date: 9/30/2008
No KidsBrass Knuckles
Explicit, sexist album doesn't pull any punches.
Release Date: 9/16/2008
Age 10+Reiterate
Christian rap duo practices what they preach.
Release Date: 9/16/2008
Age 14+The Quilt
Eclectic and explicit alt hip-hop collection.
Release Date: 09/08/2008
No KidsShwayze
Getting high, casual sex, and very clever lyrics.
Release Date: 08/19/2008
Age 15+"Marco Polo" (CD single)
Swearing, bling, and player talk in hip-hop duet.
Release Date: 08/05/2008
Age 17+Untitled
Mature, smart lyrics dissect controversial topics.
Release Date: 07/15/2008
Age 15+"Don't Trust Me" (CD single)
Eccentric hip-hop duo lashes out at women in R-rated tune.
Release Date: 7/8/2008
Age 15+"Best Best" (CD single)
What are men good for? Money and sex!
Release Date: 06/11/2008
Age 13+No Introduction
Young rapper keeps hip-hop tamer than most.
Release Date: 06/10/2008
No KidsEpiphany
Rapper with drug, sexism, and swearing issues.
Release Date: 06/05/2008
Age 13+Voice of the Young People
OK hip-pop with a few mature topics.
Release Date: 04/29/2008
Age 13+The Odd Couple
Refreshing, eclectic mix of genres; a bit somber.
Release Date: 03/18/2008
No KidsEgo Trippin'
Sometimes foul CD shouldn't be dismissed.
Release Date: 03/11/2008
Age 12+The Best of Salt-N-Pepa
Original female rap trio likes to talk about sex.
Release Date: 02/05/2008
Age 15+The Cool
Intelligent social commentary, some iffy content.
Release Date: 12/18/2007
No KidsHate It or Love It
Explicit in every way; guest stars can't save CD.
Release Date: 12/18/2007
Age 14+Face Off
Playful mix of braggin' and sexy booty calls.
Release Date: 12/11/2007
Age 12+Carnival Vol. II: Memoirs of an Immigrant
Smart lyrical mix of rock, rap, and soca soul.
Release Date: 12/04/2007
Age 15+American Gangster
Honest look at thug life has drugs, some violence.
Release Date: 11/06/2007
No Kids51/50 Ratchet
Young rapper is quite explicit; for mature teens.
Release Date: 10/23/2007
Age 13+"Pro Nails" (CD single)
Homage to the manicure has a bunch of swear words.
Release Date: 10/16/2007
No KidsSouljaboytellem
Really bad in every inappropriate way.
Release Date: 10/02/2007
Age 14+Graduation
Insightful, fairly clean, and never ever boring.
Release Date: 09/11/2007
No KidsCurtis
Sexist, misogynist, violent, and boring rap.
Release Date: 09/11/2007
Age 12+Sean Kingston
Reggae and rap without the hardcore content.
Release Date: 7/31/2007
No KidsT.I. vs T.I.P.
X-rated boasting about wealth, guns, and sexuality.
Release Date: 07/03/2007
Age 5+Class of 3000: Music Volume One
Family-safe music from TV show doesn't talk down.
Release Date: 07/03/2007
No KidsShock Value
Sexy solo album by super producer.
Release Date: 04/03/2007
No KidsHoodstar
Lazy lyrics, boring tracks, and nasty rap
Release Date: 09/19/2006
Age 13+Game Theory
Hip-hop band makes powerful music with a message.
Release Date: 08/29/2006
Age 14+Kelis Was Here
Catchy songs are all about sex.
Release Date: 08/22/2006
Age 16+In My Mind
Raunchy and rude, from a veteran hip-hop producer.
Release Date: 7/25/2006
Age 17+The Big Bang
Very, very profane but at times thoughtful.
Release Date: 06/13/2006
Age 15+Todd Smith
Some good stuff, but not for kids and tweens.
Release Date: 04/11/2006
No KidsThe Carter II
Nasty but also boring -- not for kids.
Release Date: 12/06/2005
No KidsThe Sound of Revenge
Sexist, violent -- dull even. Sound off.
Release Date: 11/22/2005
Age 15+Late Registration
Social themes explored in this edited CD.
Release Date: 08/30/2005
Age 11+Music of the Sun
Young sensation's songs are sensational.
Release Date: 08/30/2005
Age 13+Now That's What I Call Music! 19
A bit better than its lackluster predecessors.
Release Date: 07/25/2005
Age 16+The Cookbook
One spicy dish after another. Not for kids.
Release Date: 07/05/2005
No KidsTP.3 Reloaded
R. Kelly is (at least) R-rated.
Release Date: 07/05/2005
Age 14+Monkey Business
Less original, way more explicit than last CD.
Release Date: 06/21/2005
Age 17+Be
Very explicit, but very interesting. Not for kids.
Release Date: 05/24/2005
Age 16+Chain Letter
Will the real Brooke Valentine please stand up?
Release Date: 04/12/2005
Age 11+2005 Grammy Nominees
It was a very good year for music.
Release Date: 02/21/2005
Age 14+Concrete Rose
Sweet vocals, but falls short of diva status.
Release Date: 12/7/2004
Age 13+Goodies
Ciara is saved by star-studded cameos.
Release Date: 09/28/2004
Age 17+Sweat
Some great stuff for adults, but nothing for kids.
Release Date: 09/14/2004
Age 17+Suit
Some good music, but not for children.
Release Date: 09/14/2004
Age 13+It's Already Written
Refreshing hip-hop shows respect for women.
Release Date: 08/10/2004
Age 13+Now That's What I Call Music 16
Unimpressive collection with a few great songs.
Release Date: 08/03/2004
Age 15+Fly or Die
A little bit wonderful, a little bit of a mess.
Release Date: 03/23/2004
Age 16+Confessions
Too racy for kids, but great for older teens.
Release Date: 03/23/2004
No KidsI Don't Want You Back
Bad singing, obscene lyrics, nothing redeeming.
Release Date: 02/09/2004
Age 14+You Got Served Soundtrack
B2K and friends serve up a mediocre medley.
Release Date: 12/23/2003
Age 14+Nick Cannon
Not quite right for preteens or older teens.
Release Date: 12/09/2003
No KidsTasty
Kelis loves sex -- as her CD makes clear.
Release Date: 12/09/2003
Age 16+This Is Not a Test
Get ready for some serious sex talk here.
Release Date: 11/25/2003
Age 13+Unleashed
Fun, well-produced with lots of help from friends.
Release Date: 09/09/2003
No KidsBad Boys II Soundtrack
Compilation is over-produced and a bit tedious
Release Date: 07/15/2003
Age 14+Phrenology
Mature themes in sophisticated hip-hop.
Release Date: 11/26/2002
