My World

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Common Sense Media says

Tween idol sings sweet songs about love. Squeaky clean.
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 MY WORLD is an album full of clean songs about the typical tween concerns like crushes, breakups, and prom.

  • Many of Justin Bieber's songs describe his desire to treat the object of his affections with respect, a message that tweens can take to heart as they embark on their first romantic relationships. 
  • As Justin Bieber's fame has grown, his clean lyrics and lifestyle haven't changed -- setting a positive example for other young musicians on the scene. 
  • Not applicable.
  • A few mentions of kissing: "Now's the perfect time for me to taste your lip gloss."

What's the story?

MY WORLD is the first extended release from tween pop idol and Usher protégé Justin Bieber. The record is an EP consisting of seven songs that are all about the things most tweens think about, including first love, first breakups, and going to the prom. The lyrics are so clean they practically sparkle, with no out-of-the-ordinary language or adult themes beyond the occasional kiss and close slow-dance. If anything, Bieber's only crime is that he naively idealizes romantic relationships to a somewhat nauseating extent. For instance: "You gotta believe in me, believe it like a fairy tale / Put your tooth under your pillow case / And know I won't ever, ever let you down."


Is it any good?

 

By the time the full MY WORLD album came out, Justin Bieber had already released half of the tunes on the CD, including "One Time," "Love Me," and "Favorite Girl" as singles. Though each of the previously released tracks had an appeal, the remaining tunes are the real stand-outs. Both "Bigger" and "One Less Lonely Girl" have distinctively cool beats that separate them from the young-pop pack, and "First Dance" benefits from guest vocals by Usher -- the uber-smooth R&B singer and Bieber's mentor.


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What families can talk about

  • Families can talk about Justin Bieber's career. With his first album now behind him, what lessons can he carry forward on his second record?

  • What things might Bieber want to do differently with his next CD? 

  • Is Bieber a good role model? Does he have a responsibility to be one? Why or why not?


This review was written by Stephanie Bruzzese
Teen, 14 years old
August 30, 2010
 
Very Perfect For Tweens & Teens!
Love Him! A HUGE Belieber! I Totally Recommend It For 9+ Because My Little Brother Loves His Songs! :D

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Parent
February 19, 2010
 
My World
Have you ever heard a 5th grader rap? Yeah, its pretty much that. What is happening to todays music?

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Teen, 15 years old
February 18, 2011
 
ignore the haters
I loooooove Justin Bieber!! His music is absolutely amazing, and all those people that don't like him are reeeaaallly missing out!

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Kid, 13 years old
May 31, 2010
 
I can't believe I'm the only girl in my class who doesn't like Justin Bieber (more like Justin Loser in my opinion)!
Seriously! Justin Bieber can't even SING! And to believe that all those tween and teen girls think he's CUTE!!! No siblings and/or parents should have to listen to that garbage that comes out of Justin Bieber's mouth just because their siblings and/or daughters like it! P.S. He sounds like a GIRL!!!

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Teen, 17 years old
January 1, 2010
 
A kid found his true love at the age of 9. congradulations.
A large portion of the population dislikes his impresions of Alvin and the chipmunks.

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Kid, 13 years old
December 4, 2009
 
song my world!!!!!!!!!!!
i love his song my world it is off the chain

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Teen, 15 years old
February 17, 2010
 
This music is for little kids! The only thing i have to say is I HATE justin bieber soo much and he's a girl

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Teen, 15 years old
January 22, 2010
 
Terrible.

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Teen, 18 years old
December 19, 2009
 
perfect 4 kids 11+
i luv this song luv me, my world .bigger one less lonely girl . first prom!!! (3

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Teen, 16 years old
December 18, 2009
 
perfect for really any age
I absolutly love it and the song too jk i think everyone should listen to this song if they havent already

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This review was written by Stephanie Bruzzese
Artist:Justin Bieber
Release date:November 20, 2009
Label:Island
Genre:Pop
Parental advisory:No

This review was written by Stephanie Bruzzese
 

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