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"Magic" (single featuring Rivers Cuomo) (by B.o.B., Hip-hop)

common sense media says

Clean hip-hop song with a cool alt-rock edge.


parents & educators say
  • 60% say there are positive role models
  • 40% say there are positive messages

What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this single is completely fine for tweens and teens. The hip-hop track contains no questionable adult content or foul language, focusing instead on some good, clean boasting about having a lot of artistic talent.

Positive messages: Some lighthearted, fun lyrics about being a great artist -- proving you don't have to use profanity or threats to demonstrate exceptional talent.
Positive role models: B.o.B is building a career as a stellar hip-hop artist without relying on all of the adult content that often comes along with it.
Violence: Not applicable.
Sex: Not applicable.
Language: Not applicable.
Consumerism: Not applicable.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.

More on "Magic" (single featuring Rivers Cuomo)

What to talk about

Talk to your kids
  • Families can talk about the difference between having self-confidence and excessive bragging. Which side does B.o.B fall on in this song?

  • What's the best way to respond to someone who's bragging?

What's the story?

What's the story?

"MAGIC" is the latest single off the album B.o.B Presents: the Adventures of Bobby Ray by hip-hop newcomer B.o.B. Like a lot of other singles on the record, B.o.B collaborates in this tune with an artist that has a very different musical style -- Rivers Cuomo, lead singer of the alt-rock band Weezer. From a lyrical perspective, the combination makes a lot of sense: both B.o.B and Cuomo are known for being among the cleaner artists in their respective circles, avoiding a lot of adult content and profane language. "Magic" is no exception for either; the tune includes no swearing or mature references, focusing instead on some fun, lighthearted boasting about these artists' mad skillz. 

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 

The pairing of B.o.B and Cuomo makes a lot of sense from a musical standpoint, as well. Both have super-creative approaches to their craft, resulting in a song that fuses a cool hip-hop vibe with an infectious alt-rock hook. The final product is a lot like the combination of peanut butter and chocolate: you wouldn't necessarily think of it at first, but it's a tasty experience in the end.

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Released on: August 10, 2010
Label: Atlantic
Genre: Hip-hop

This review was written by Stephanie Bruzzese
 
 

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What parents & educators say

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Based on 5 parent & educator reviews:
  • 60% say there are positive role models
  • 40% say there are positive messages

Most useful reviews by all members

lilly333
kid, 12 years old
 
...
This song is OK the first 1 or 2 times, then it REALLY starts getting on your nerves. It's SO annoying i cant even listen to it sometimes.

 

Megan96
teen, 15 years old
 
I don't think kids should be listening to most hip hop in general. But this song is alright... It's much better than most of the songs on the radio. It just sounds kind of braggy... that's the only reason I'd find it iffy for really little kids.

somebody
teen, 13 years old
 
Catchy, annoying, bragging, and clean song.
I never really could get into this. Its catchy, but in a very annoying way. also there is one a word and it also seems alot like bobs bragging and getting a big ego.

gymgirl52100
kid, 11 years old
 
perfect for pre-teens and teens
this song is awesome- but it could use a little less rapping...

Unkown Phatom
parent of 18 year old
 
Love this song

hryhry
parent of 17 year old
 
good
good

KyllaBlynq
kid, 9 years old
 
Good for pre-teens
A squeaky-clean song.

the green guy
teen, 14 years old
 
AMAZING!
the most catchiest song ever im humming it right now lol most overprotective parents would also like this song beasty song!!!

Ko b Bryant
teen, 15 years old
 
Annoying hip-hop by a soon-to-be convict.
Perfectly clean song, but there is no reason to get it. Trust me, it gets on your nerves VERY fast. Besides, you do not want your kids to download B.o.B. I feel he is on the verge of being arrested for taking illeagal drugs, so no mater how positive this single is, you dont want it.

coolbrees09
teen, 14 years old
 
nothing bad at all about it

goodperson4
teen, 14 years old
 
good

EricCarrRulez
teen, 14 years old
 
for tweens
<3

The Awesomest
kid, 11 years old
 
Perfect for hip hop lovers. not for young kids
love it! awesome artist and mostly clean music.

RainbowPuffle001
kid, 11 years old
 
Fun, catchy song
This is such a cool song, I can't stop singing it! "I got the magic in me...... Every time I touch that track it turns into gold..........." Haha, so catchy

pipbud
teen, 14 years old
 
best song ever!!!!!!!:)
love it!!! favorite song, i listen to it all the time. in the car, in my room, anywhere

teamjacobgirl2.0
teen, 17 years old
 
The title speaks for itself. The song is Magic
I'm not a big Weezer fan but, this song is probably the best song off B.o.B's album and that's really saying something because there are quite a few rockin songs on that record. So to get straight to the point, Magic is an awesome rock\hip-hop song great for kids and anyone who loves upbeat happy songs!

ebshizzle
kid, 13 years old
 
Love it!

bluekangaroo13
teen, 13 years old
 
Nice
This song is the best song ever by b.o.b. with airplanes as a close second. I love this song so much, plus it's really catchy.

Rae-la
teen, 15 years old
 
Great song!
This song is great! It's fun, catchy, danceable, and the best part, inoffensive! I would have no problem listening to this song around my parents.

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