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Loud
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RiRi sheds her darker tone, but not the sex and drinking.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this album shows Rihanna in typical form, singing mostly about things that aren't necessarily negative -- but are just too adult for younger ears. The explicit version of the album includes a few f-bombs, and even the clean version features some eyebrow-raising lyrics about sex, substances, and violent situations.
What's the story?
R&B darling Rihanna is back with LOUD -- her first new record since Rated R, her dark musical response to the violent relationship she had with former flame Chris Brown. The new album finds Rihanna in a much better place, returning to the fun, light outlook she displayed before the troubles with Brown. That said, much of the subject matter in Loud is still too adult for young tweens and teens, including some steamy references to sex and drinking, along with one song that chronicles a shooting.
Is it any good?
RiRi's more positive outlook on life is reflected throughout this record in more upbeat rhythms, some of which have a fun island flair that reflects her Caribbean roots. Combined with her ever-solid vocals as well as guest spots by Nicki Minaj and Eminem, the album gives Rihanna fans a fresh take on the style they've come to love.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about how this CD differs from Rihanna's previous record, Rated R. Comparing the songs on both albums, how do you think Rihanna has changed in the past few years?
Does Rihanna seem to have a more positive or negative outlook now? Why?
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Good, but not Great
I love Rihanna but most of the songs get old after you listen to them alot. Only Girl is probably my favorite track
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Some of these songs i'm addicted to like "What's my name?" and "Only girl"
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Kid, 12 years old
December 27, 2010
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New CD = Hits
This cd rocks. Her messages are a bit iffy but the songs are up beat. My faves are: S&M, What's My Name?
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New CD = Hits
This cd rocks. Her messages are a bit iffy but the songs are up beat. My faves are: S&M, What's My Name?
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Kid, 11 years old
December 27, 2010
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New CD = Hits
This cd rocks. Her messages are a bit iffy but the songs are up beat. My faves are: S&M, What's My Name?
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older teen no lil teens or tween or babies
i let anyone 16+ older listen to this album only because here song is about sex and her the bf treats her right during these sexual acts the explict album goes into more detail then the normal album the songs are good the only song i deem apporiate for younger kids to hear is Only Girl(in the world) and thats it
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I really love this CD. I find myself blaring it in the car all the time. It has some great tracks to dance to and most of the songs are pretty catchy. Songs like Cheers and S&M are a bit suggestive which is why i wouldn't recommend this for anyone under 13.
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Some of her songs, including S&M, are not for younger kids. Her hits "Only Girl" and "What's my Name?" are great but get boring after a while. Try her new cd.
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Kid, 11 years old
December 3, 2010
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Not the best out of Rihanna's mouth
Starting with "Rated-R", she curses a few too many times, which makes "What's My Name" and "Only Girl" the only tracks containing some s**.
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