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`Leave It All to Me` (CD single) (by Miranda Cosgrove, Pop)

common sense media says

iCarly theme is peppy and positive.

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  • 33% say violence is an issue
  • 33% say sexual content is an issue
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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this positive, peppy theme song from the hit TV show iCarly contains nothing that's at all inappropriate for kids.

Positive messages: Some positive messages of seeing the brighter side of every situation, doing your best, taking chances, and realizing that some things are just meant to be.
Violence: Not applicable.
Sex: Not applicable.
Language: Not applicable.
Consumerism: This song is the theme of Cosgrove's hugely popular Nickelodeon TV show iCarly.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.
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What to talk about

Talk to your kids
Families can talk about why iCarly is so popular. Do you think the combination of the online world and TV is a big draw? Or do you think it's the stars? Also, how do you feel about actors and actresses crossing over into other careers (like music)? Do you think that fame alone guarantees success in another endeavor?

What's the story?

What's the story?
iCarly is one of the most popular shows on Nickelodeon, and millions of tweens visit iCarly.com each month. This song -- the show's theme -- is an upbeat track that's full of positive messages about seeing the brighter side of every situation, doing your best, taking chances, and realizing that some things are just meant to be.

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 
The pop genre is so generic these days, especially when it comes to "singers" who are trying to cross over from acting. iCarly star Miranda Cosgrove sang casually when she was younger, and now the actress is following in the footsteps of fellow TV stars by dipping into the musical pool. Sometimes the new direction works, but usually it doesn't -- but in Cosgrove's case, it just might. On "LEAVE IT ALL TO ME," former costar Drake Bell (of Drake & Josh) lends his voice for muted backup accompaniment that can't really be heard throughout most of the song. It's Cosgrove's voice -- surprisingly decent and mature, perhaps a bit altered -- that stands out, extending beyond her 15 years. And the constant drum beat produces a watered-down, pop-friendly punk sound that's very easy to get stuck in your head. This isn't the most innovative or talented pop single, but it definitely beats a lot of what's out there for tweens today.

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Released on: April 21, 2008
Label: Columbia
Genre: Pop
This review was written by Heidi Kotansky
 
 

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What parents & educators say

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Based on 3 parent & educator reviews:
  • 33% say violence is an issue
  • 33% say sexual content is an issue
  • 33% say language is an issue
  • 33% say there's too much drinking, drugs, or smoking
  • 33% say they noticed product placement
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jdog200
kid, 12 years old
4
 
great song
the song was so positive, I wish the whole song was the theme ( if you haven't noticed only the first verse is the theme) I got it suck in my head lol
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raquelp1234
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4
 
Get Real.
This song is not explicit. It's just fine. There are no curse words or anything close to the song referring to sex.
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Dexter Lee
kid, 13 years old
2
 
This song is perfect for anyone.
This song is 100% positive and with a good message, its also very catchy and fun.
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Miranda ...
kid, 11 years old
2
 
Wonderful song!
Miranda Cosgrove is still the best singer that ever lived! This song is always my favorite part of each iCarly episode, listening to Leave it all to me.
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movieluver!<3
teen, 15 years old
 
awesome show!
great show and song! i never new she sang too! that makes here a 2 threat! Look out Hannah Montana, you have compotion!
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gospurs57
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A clean song for kids
There is nothing objectionable at all on this song; it's squeaky clean and has a good message. However, the music video played on Nickelodeon is one big commercial for iCarly*.
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sara4ever95
teen, 16 years old
8
 
icarly
i love that show
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Active.Happine ...
teen, 13 years old
10
 
The video has a Candyfornia setting that looks childhood friendly but sometimes the video is innapropriate so the video is iffy for the
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CommonSenseParent
parent
17
 
Heavily explicit and sexual song is inappropiate for children
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Spongebob Fan
kid, 13 years old
6
 
Cute, Peppy, Sometime Annoying Single Theme-Song
Very positive and peppy, sweet, cute, annnoying. Parents will be easily sick of this song. But it's not inappropriate.
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schuymarch1
teen, 17 years old
 
A them
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