 | ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age. |
 | PAUSE: Know your child; some content may not be right for some kids. |
 | OFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age. |
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Dance album is a mix of safe songs and iffy messages.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this album is a mixed bag of sexy songs and superficial dance tracks. If there is one track that should be definitely skipped, it's "Dirty Picture," because of the obvious nod to sexting. Other songs aren't so bad, and although there are a couple of expletives thrown in, most of the songs don't get too sexual or risque.
What's the story?
Is it any good?
There are moments when Taio Cruz appears to be an exciting new addition on the soulful-crooner scene. Musically there are unique elements that spring up throughout the album, with a mix of Europop, hip-hop, and even Caribbean flair coming through past the synthesized harmonies. But then there are the numerous seductive songs that seem to blend together in a daze of over-done beats and vocals that sometimes play it too cool. Overall, this is a so-so dance album for older teens.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about sexting. On this song, Cruz urges a faraway love to "take a dirty picture." Do you think many teens participate in sexting because they feel pressure to do it? Do you think some young people feel their partners won't stay with them unless they participate in activities like this? How can you say "no?"
Talk about responsible ways to party. Does alcohol need to be in the mix? How do you feel about music that promotes drinking?
Talk about ways to avoid being a heartbreaker, like Taio Cruz. He brags about breaking girls' hearts, but are there right ways and wrongs ways to treat people in a relationship? Do you think he would like to be treated like that?
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Kid, 12 years old
February 12, 2011
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Good cd, catchy tunes!
Tiao Cruz...What can I say about him? He's definitely his own person. This cd has a few inappropriate subjects in it, but overall, very catchy tunes! One song does say the f word, so if your kids aren't allowed to hear that kind of stuff, this isn't for them. Hope this review helped!
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Best album for teenagers and adults!!
This album is the very best, and little kids may sing his songs on this album I guess.
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OK, simple dance album
A good album to sing along or dance to. Very suggestive lyrics in some songs, and messages are neutral. Nothing too bad for younger teens. One song contains brief strong language, but it is usually edited in popular stations and such. I wouldn't be concerned if I heard my kid listening to it (which I have none).
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using senior f word does not make the song any better othe than that great cd
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good
ok, not for young kids, dynamite is the best song though
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bad
this isn't a good track. I personally like the song "Dynamite," but there aren't any positive messages or good role models at all. Younger kids should not listen to this AT ALL.
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Great job taio Cruz but you have to do better for the kids
Taio Cruz is great and all but he has to make songs for kids like my children
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