"Moves Like Jagger" (CD Single)

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Common Sense Media says

Club beat is super catchy and sexy; best for teens.
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.
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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this song debuted on the hit show The Voice, where Adam Levine performed with Christina Aguilera. It plays on the sexy image of Mick Jagger and is full of bravado and minor innuendo. There's one "s--t," but it's otherwise clean on the language front. The song isn't as edgy as a lot of pop music out there now, but the references to alcohol and sexiness make it best for teens and up.

  • The bragging and arrogance that come across in this song aren't quite the messages you want sent to kids, but at least they're presented in a fun, non-threatening way.
  • The song talks about getting to know someone with your tongue.
  • Not applicable.
  • Some innuendo: "Take me by the tongue, and I'll know you," "oh, baby, rub me right," and "kiss me till you're drunk."

What's the story?

In a nod to rock legend Mick Jagger and his famously sexy ways, Maroon 5 releases a hot summer single, "MOVES LIKE JAGGER." It's a funky-pop beat and features Christina Aguilera.


Is it any good?

 

Although die-hard M5 fans will probably be cringing at the radio-ready, commercial pop sound of "Moves Like Jagger," they still won't be able to stop themselves from dancing to it. It's incredibly catchy, with a light melody that Levine floats through and bass and drum-heavy music that's perfect for summer. The lyrics and music may not be Maroon 5 at their best, but you won’t care because the song is so much fun to listen to.


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What families can talk about

  • Families can talk about the trend in music to call out or give a nod to notorious legends like Mick Jagger. Do you think this will automatically make the song more popular? Do you think these artists are just trying to capitalize on another's fortune and fame?

  • This song, like others, debuted on a popular live TV show. What do you think about this trend in music and TV? Does it make you more likely to buy music if you see/hear it first on one of your favorite shows?


This review was written by Jessica Dawson
Kid, 12 years old
July 6, 2011
 
Good song!!
Very catchy song, Maroon 5 and Christina Aguliera go well together.

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Teen, 15 years old
July 15, 2011
 
amazing!!
such a good song....

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Kid, 13 years old
September 17, 2011
 
AWESOME!
I love this song!!!!!!!!!!! Maroon 5 is my favorite Band!!

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Kid, 12 years old
August 29, 2011
 
Levine And Aguilara Strike With Swag And Sex Hit! :)
One downvolumed s-word and some sexy references make this a great song for mature tweens. Steamy video but otherwise perfect! :)

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Kid, 9 years old
August 26, 2011
 
great song maroon 5
it says "kiss me till your drunk", but that's the only bad thing. I like this song so much. Everyone thinks Moves Like Jagger is good. SO DO I! So this song is a nice song. REALLY CATCHY. It is Maroon 5's best song. I hope they make another song like this

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Teen, 14 years old
August 21, 2011
 
Awesome song!
This song is one of my favorites. :) Sure it mentions sexual things, but I don't think kids are going to really notice. Sweet beat, great tune, awesome song!

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Teen, 15 years old
August 4, 2011
 
Great song by Adam Levine
I really like this song. One use of sh-t and "Kiss me til im drunk"

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Teen, 13 years old
August 19, 2011
 
a good innocent enough sond
great song with a chatchy beat.

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Parent
October 20, 2011
 
LET'S NOT ENCOURAGE OUR KIDS TO GET DRUNK OR GET INTO CARS.
1 STAR FOR THE MUSIC ONLY!! "Head to toe...ooh...rub me right, kiss me till you're drunk" Sexualised music is getting worse. At least The Rolling Stones were rock and not aimed at young kids. Moves Like Jagger is pop and on tv during the day. Are we going to just put up with this aweful stuff. Sure the beat is great. But we could put a good beat to any sordid idea that comes to mind. We've gone from love to seediness in pop culture. Be warned! Kiss me till you're drunk WILL encourage kids to think drinking is cool and acceptable.

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Kid, 13 years old
September 11, 2011
 
maroon 5!
very catchy awesome song! i love it!

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This review was written by Jessica Dawson
Artists:Christina Aguilera, Maroon 5
Type:Single
Release date:June 21, 2011
Label:A&M Records
Genre:Pop
Parental advisory:No
Edited version available:No

This review was written by Jessica Dawson
 

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