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"This Is It" (CD single)

(2009, R&b/pop, by Michael Jackson, Label: Epic)

  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 5, age appropriate for kids over 8; suggested age 9.

  • Is it any good?

    3.0

  • Common Sense says

    King of pop's posthumous release is a clean tune about love.

The themes of this music are:   bragging, life changes, love, romance, sex

Why We Rated This on for Ages 9 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    There are some lines that are a bit self-absorbed, like "I’m the light of the world" but overall the message is benign.

  • Role models:

    Jackson is an embattled role model whose talent and fame always seemed to come at the expense of his grasp on reality.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Not an issue.

  • Sex:

    The word "lover" is sung several times.

  • Language:

    Not an issue.

  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About "This Is It" (CD single)

Parents need to know that while Michael Jackson's first posthumously released single doesn't rise to offer any profound advice or moral platitiudes, like some of his previous hits, it does give kids a new glimpse at this famous and fallen pop star. The song is heavy on the "love" theme and Jackson sings about being someone's "lover" several times, but things don't get any more explicit than that.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about Michael Jackson's fall from grace as a young celebrity role model whose life in the spotlight seemed corrupting. After Michael Jackson's death, his life and career are being closely examined. Do you think he is a good role model?
  • Families can talk about how love is portrayed in music lyrics. Do you sometimes feel like music focuses too much on love and romance or do these songs provide just the right words for your emotions?



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  1. Kid Reviewer Age 9
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    I rate this title on for age 9 and give it 5.0

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    i think the movies was all good but he need more work done on it

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  2. Kid Reviewer Age 12
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    I rate this title on for age 9 and give it 4.0
    My concerns are:
    • Inappropriate sexual content

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    I saw the movie, and it was kinda boring, though I still enjoyed it. But . . . . . I LOVE the cd!

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  3. Kid Reviewer Age 9
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    I rate this title on for age 9 and give it 4.0
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  4. Kid Reviewer Age 11
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    I rate this title on for age 10 and give it 3.0
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  5. Kid Reviewer Age 12
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    I rate this title on for age 12 and give it 5.0
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