"Kissin U" (CD single)

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Common Sense Media says

Bubblegum pop song doesn't go beyond kissing; OK for tweens.
greenON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
yellowPAUSE: Know your child; some content
may not be right for some kids.
redOFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
not for kidsNOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age.

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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that fans of iCarly aren't going to encounter anything more mature than what's already covered on the TV show. There's a lot of talk of kissing, but nothing explicit or sexual really, just a celebration of infatuation and how wonderful it is to smooch with someone special. That's probably a little too much for younger kids, but tweens probably won't bat an eyelash at this generally innocent song .

  • "My thoughts fade away when I'm kissing you." The song doesn't really try to send any message more profound than this.
  • Cosgrove relies on what she's feeling at the time she's kissing a boy to make decisions about the quality of this relationship. Perhaps not the most reasonable choice. However, Cosgrove has a squeaky-clean image, which is a plus.
  • "When I'm kissin' you it all starts making sense." Cosgrove doesn't go any further then kissing on this single, although kissing is the main point of this song.

What's the story?

Tweens and their parents are probably more familiar with seeing Miranda Cosgrove acting on the set of iCarly rather than belting out love tunes. But like so many other teen TV sitcom stars (Miley, can you hear us?), Cosgrove is releasing her debut album, Sparks. But this isn't Cosgrove's first foray onto the music scene. Before this she has dueted with Drake Bell and contributed tracks to the iCarly soundtrack.  


Is it any good?

 

Young love can be innocent, sweet, and irrepressible. It can also be incredibly annoying when taken to a super-sweet extreme. That's where we're at with this single. Lovebirds not jaded by love's letdowns can celebrate the purely poppy sounds and Cosgrove's limitless enthusiasm here. The rest of us will be left with a headache from constant eye rolling. After one listen you'll forever understand the meaning of "bubblegum pop."


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What families can talk about

  • Families can talk about love and peer pressure. Do you ever feel pressured to have a boyfriend or girlfriend? Are tweens and teens ready for this level of commitment? What do you miss out on when you become exclusively involved with one person?

  • Families can talk about the media pressure to have sex. Do you see characters who equate love with having sex? Do you think you can have strong feelings for someone and maintain a responsible relationship? How do you really know who "the one" for you is? What are the benefits to waiting?

  • Talk about tween stars growing up. Do they go through the same issues you are dealing with? Does it help to see them change and grow, or do you feel pressure to live up to their looks and image?


This review was written by Jacqueline Rupp
Kid, 12 years old
July 30, 2010
 

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Teen, 14 years old
April 17, 2010
 
typical song that is song by everyone!
Miranda Cosgrove is not the best actor but she is a pritty good singer. The only problem is what songs she picks. And this song wasn't the best. I mean all people seem to sing about nowadays is kisssing and realtionships. But to go as low as making a song called "kissing you"? No, not good. I like Miranda cosgroves singing but this song was just awful!

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Parent of 4, 8, 11, 12, 18, and 18 year old
April 22, 2010
 
It's ok
It's a good song, Don't see how parents are offened, It's a music video, Romance music video. Good music to :D

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Kid, 11 years old
February 22, 2011
 
Not that bad!
Gosh parents chill out it's not that bad!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Kid, 12 years old
May 10, 2010
 
Turn it off!
i love it! when i play it on my phone next to my old friend Alina Traveraso she always says TURN IT OFF! ya i like it, ilove the story and how she explains it,its...its...its just Radicalness! I say if you havent heard it yet ypur psyco and i recommend you to listen to it. WARNING! If you listen to it to much it will get suck in your head!.......................its sooooooooooo catchy!

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Kid, 13 years old
May 6, 2010
 
GOOD FOR TEENS, BUT NOT FOR LITTLE KIDS
I kind of like it ,but not to much!!!!!!!!

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Kid, 13 years old
May 7, 2010
 
Tweens and Pretweens :D
It`s a really cute and sweet song by Miranda. It`s got a catchy tune too, and most of my friends love it like me. [I`m 11] The only thing is that if a really little kid was listening to it and then started singing it, it would be kind of awkward. A little kid might follow the message of this song too. [Kissing] But compared to all of the other songs out there, like I said it`s really sweet and just tells about how Miranda feels when she`s kissing a boy. There are a lot worse songs kids could listen too! Miranda rocks! :D Perfectly clean celebrity.

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Kid, 13 years old
May 6, 2010
 
e.g. Perfect for older kids and tweens!!!!
the best song yet!!!!!!!

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Kid, 12 years old
May 2, 2010
 
its not good for tweens thought
I HATE IT its just stupid. it says 'wen im kissin you' like 400 times

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Teen, 14 years old
April 29, 2010
 
Yuck! This is JUNK!
Get away from this piece. It is grose, stupid, and unreasonable. I see no reason why this was even prouduced. Please, don't listen. On a scale from 1 to 10, this is a 3, and a D-.

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This review was written by Jacqueline Rupp
Artist:Miranda Cosgrove
Release date:April 2, 2010
Label:Columbia
Genre:Pop
Parental advisory:No

This review was written by Jacqueline Rupp
 

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