`Gimme More` (CD single) (by Britney Spears, Pop)

common sense media says

Sexed-up Britney works the pole.

parents & educators say

What parents need to know

Parents need to know that Britney's first single off her upcoming CD is basically about being a stripper. She opens the song with the no-nonsense "It's Britney, bitch" and continues to bring the 'tude until the last note. While the rest of the lyrics could be a lot worse, they aren't that tame either ("cameras are flashin' while we're dirty dancing" and "feels like the crowd was sayin'/Gimme more, gimme more"). The music video reinforces the stripper theme with Britney decked out in fishnets and a leather cropped jacket, dancing around a pole.

Positive messages: Song is basically about pole dancing.

Violence: Not applicable.

Sex: This song is full of sexual stuff -- both direct and indirect: "Center of attention, even when you're up against the wall/You got me in a crazy position (uh huh)/If you're on a mission (ooh)/You got my permission (ooohhh)," "We can get down like there's no one around," and "Gimme more gimme more babe/I just want more." The music video features Britney half naked gyrating against a pole in a strip club.

Language: Opens song with "It's Britney, bitch."

Consumerism: Not applicable.

Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.

Our ratings and reviews are informed by child development guidelines. Learn more.

What to talk about

Talk to your kids

Families can talk about shock value in music. Britney is known to be provocative. Does it help her sales? Why or why not? Could she be just as sexy and fun without being so sexual?

What's the story?

"It's Britney, bitch." That's how Britney Spears starts the first single from her recent CD, GIMME MORE, and that pretty much sets the tone for the entire song. The single is a huge hit -- on the radio, on iPods, and in dance clubs -- but kids might be disappointed with the repetitive, boring lyrics (how many times can she sing the chorus?) and the lagging beat.

Is it any good?

Parents might be disappointed by the fact this tween/teen sensation just can't keep it clean. She even goes as far as semi-simulating an orgasm while she sings, "I just can't control myself (more)/They want more? Well I'll give them more." Not sure if we want any more.

To read our review of Britney's entire album, go here.

Music themes & details

Music Details

Released on: August 30, 2007
Label: Jive Records
Genre: Pop

This review was written by Heidi Kotansky

Review It

What parents & educators say

Most useful reviews by all members

forgetregret93
teen, 18 years old

Music Details

Artist

Label

Genre

`Gimme More` (CD single) (by Britney Spears, Pop)

common sense media says

parents & educators say

What parents need to know

More on `Gimme More` (CD single)

What to talk about

Talk to your kids

What's the story?

What's the story?

Is it any good?

Is it any good?

Music themes & details

Music Details

Review It

Review `Gimme More` (CD single)

What parents & educators say

Most useful reviews by all members

We don't want more!!!

lost her mind.

BRITS BACK

fine

Love this song!

Video is not appropriate

OMG

On For 17

Perfect for teens, not tweens.

WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY 2 EXPLICIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

because of the foul language and sexual content I say 16+

okkkkk?

It was awesome

It's alright I guess

Britney has made a comeback

Fine for mature teens....but otherwise adult

This is a bad song for kids.

More reviews ...

An independent voice for families

Age-appropriate reviews

Advice on the big issues

vote now

Will you add `Gimme More` (CD single) to your playlist?

Already listened to it? What do you think?

Great alternatives handpicked by our editors

Browse more music

About our rating system

Browse our library of reviews

See what our editors recommend