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The Rising Tied
- By Fort Minor
- Genre: Rap
Common Sense Media says
Classic hip-hop with a message -- for older teens.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that there is strong and violent language along with some social consciousness and a lot of heart. There is also some sexual innuendo and references to drugs and cigarettes.
What's the story?
Linkin Park's Mike Shinoda steps out in his first solo effort, THE RISING TIED, as Fort Minor. Earnest and a little plodding, Shinoda's rapping style may not be brilliant, but he addresses some important social and family issues. The most successful songs are the most sentimental: "Where'd You Go" is a guilt-fest about having been an absentee father; "Kenji" is about the artist's family's experiences in World War II internment camps. Far from being outclassed by more polished guest stars such as Common, Black Thought, and Kenna, Shinoda skillfully plays off their highly professional contributions.
Is it any good?
The Rising Tied is a well-produced example of the whole being greater than the sum of its parts. In fact, Shinoda shares his formula for success in the lyrics of "Remember the Name": "10% luck, 20% skill, 15% power of will, 5% pleasure, 50% pain, and 100% reason to remember the name." Lyrics are vivid, visceral, and R-rated, evoking scenes of street life that are not likely to be comfortable family listening. But there's enough substance here to trigger discussion, enough intelligent commentary to make it worth the trouble.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about the lyrics that address absentee parents or tell of Japanese internment during World War II. They can also discuss whether or not they think the strong language here is necessary.
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Awesome!
I love this song! It totally gets you pumped!
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Kid, 12 years old
August 15, 2010
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Ive only heard remember the name. like so many other songs, its good but innapropriate. remember the name is extremely explicit though saying bad words frequenly, about 7 in one part, but besides that part there is one h word and one stupid, which isnt all that bad though.
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This is a BRILLIANT album. At first, I wasn't much into Fort Minor (even though I like Linkin Park) because it sounded too hip-hoppy to me. Once I started listening to the lyrics, though...wow. They address social issues of the past ("Kenji") and the present ("Right Now" and "Where'd You Go?"), as well as talking about Shinoda's journey as an artist ("Remember the Name" and "Get Me Gone"). Advanced vocabulary (for rap, especially) is also used--and pointed out ("Get Me Gone"). Catchy but smart--the only issue I can think of is the swearing (however, your child has likely heard swearwords by now anyway--if not from your own mouth than at school).
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Really gets you pumped, great album.
Remember the name rules and it pretty much sums up the whole album-lots of langauge, but good and not as explicit as it could be.
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M. Shinoda and the gang make a rockin' rap record
Ok, I think the rating of iffy for 16 was a bit harsh on 'The Rising Tied'. Yes, there is swearing in some of the songs, but you can just download the clean version off Ovi Music and that's sorted out. There is some talk of violence, but it is shown in a negative light as is anything to do with consumerism, drinking and drugs. You must also remember that Mike Shinoda is a very good role model and a talented musican and that a lot of his view points and morale standards are reflected in his music. However, this is NOT an album for younger kids, though I highly recommend it for Linkin Park, Eminem and Jay-Z fans aged 15+.
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Kid, 12 years old
October 2, 2011
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Good Message for teens
Good message if u like linkin park you will love this. Fort minor ROCKS! Theres a bot of language but has an over all good message. It is just stupid to rate it iffy for 16.
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The Rising Tied is a very well done album. There are so many songs on this album that I love and listen to quite often. I like almost all of the songs on this CD. There are a balanced amount of slow (er) song, and faster paced songs. There is some language, but not in every single song, just in a few. And talk about violence also.
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I AM NOT A PARENT
OK, how can this be iffy for 17 year olds (I'm talking to you, common sense media)? When you're 17 you're an ADULT. Remember the Name is a great song, it just has the F-word a few times. Nothing too bad.
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Great music, not for children.
As much of a lowbrow person as I am, this is so obscene it hurts. So much sexuality not even thinly veiled, the f-bomb shall be droped.... HARD! And not only in the average "f**k you" kinda way, In the sexual way.But, it seems, the song "Remember the name" is quite popular (or...was...) So, if you can find a radio edit, listen away! If not, you should be 15.
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Awesome CD!
I love these guys, and I love linkin park. It has some profanity but they are amazing tracks none the less.
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| Artist: | Fort Minor |
| Release date: | November 22, 2005 |
| Label: | Warner Brothers |
| Genre: | Rap |
| Parental advisory: | Yes |
| Edited version available: | Yes |
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