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"She Wolf" (CD single) (by Shakira, Pop)

common sense media says

Aiming for drama, wolf howls just make dance track corny.

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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this is a song about very adult themes: a romantic relationship in which one partner plots revenge on another through cheating with someone else.

Positive messages: Talks about cheating on the person you're with in order to get that person's attention.
Positive role models: Shakira's built a career around sex, and this song is no different. She portrays a woman's role in relationships as predatory.
Violence: Not applicable.
Sex: Nothing too explicit, though a couple of references: "I'm gonna … get me a lover and tell you about it." And: "I'm having a very good time in the heat, very bad in the arms of a boy."
Language: Not applicable.
Consumerism: Not applicable.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.
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  • Instead of cheating on a partner who's not paying attention to you, what other ways can you try to get your partner to take notice? Read our Sex and Media Tips.
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What's the story?

What's the story?
Latin diva Shakira sings about being a SHE WOLF in her latest single of the same name, telling the tale of a "domesticated girl" who, despite being a wholly devoted girlfriend, has lost the attention of the person she loves. Feeling "a little abused" and craving more affection, the girl decides to teach this person a lesson by going on the prowl at the local bar. Shakira has also released a Spanish-language version of the track titled “Loba.”  

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 
Shakira's musical success has come from a combination of passable vocals and a bootylicious bod. Yet describing the vocals as passable on this disco-infused single is generous, with the singer throwing in all her usual voice-throws and other tricks to distort the truly mediocre quality of her voice -- plus a couple of weak wolf howls that are positively cheesy. The sound itself is nothing new for the clubs, which see legions of similar-sounding tracks march through on a regular basis.

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Released on: July 14, 2009
Label: Epic
Genre: Pop
This review was written by Stephanie Bruzzese
 
 

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SomebodysMe
teen, 17 years old
14
 
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I really like this song, I have to admit. I recorded it from the radio, so I think most of the skanky stuff was edited out. I have heard that the vid was really bad, though.
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Wander Blue
adult
12
 
Simplesmente perfeita
Dançante, Ousada, só podia ser Shakira, música perfeita
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666wolfgirl
teen, 16 years old
10
 
little love
i looove this song. ain't my favorite song of all time but it's pretty good.
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jakek6
teen, 15 years old
13
 
Stay away if under 13.
The theme of this song is a woman explaining how she is good-looking enough to win any boy. She sings it in a slutty manor and makes noises in the songs that kids under 13 shouldn't really focus on.
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socratess
adult
10
 
The content of the song is mostly oriented towards adult people,especially women,as it portrays the predatory and liberal sexuality of the women of our times,who are confident,know what what they want and have the freedom to get it.We shouldn't face it from the viewpoint of giving bad role models or not for children,it's destination is not to convey messages for them, but to make people have fun.Therefore,it is a bit off-topic to contemplate on whether children should hear it or not. Two things to point out: 1)"Talks about cheating on the person you're with in order to get that person's attention":wrong.It doesn't talk about that,but about what I mentioned above.2)"Shakira's built a career around sex":also very wrong.Have you even made just a slight research on her bio,ever read even one of her interviews??You are exaggerating way beyond the truth.It's Shakira we are talking about and not Britney Spears.Thank you.
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sweet4ng3L
teen, 15 years old
10
 
Woottt Shakira movin her hips like madd! She is soo flexible! She Wolf <333
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BestPicture1996
teen, 16 years old
13
 
That video is RACY!
The hook is great, lyrics are mediocre, she has such a thick accent you can't really pick up the innuendo, but MAN that video is sexed up! Do NOT let anyone under 12 see it or they will start to look into worse things along sexual premises.
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ParamoreFan09
teen, 15 years old
10
 
Perfect pop beat!
I love this song! It has a sort of 80s pop beat, and its really catchy and just plain fun! once it gets stuck in my head, I cant get it out unless i listen to it. The perfect single just to have. Not everyone will like it though so listen before you buy!
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Spongebob Fan
kid, 13 years old
7
 
Awesome Dance Track without Profanity!
I like it a lot because its nothing but rhythm, beats, and howls, and if anyone sees it as more they TOTALLY over examine things! It's a dance track! Dance tracks have many things overlook-able and there are many in this song. Sure maybe it isn't to you, but don't be so hard to please, Common Sense Media!
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DoliGen
teen, 14 years old
13
 
I LOVE THIS SONG :D
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smallfry99
kid, 12 years old
2
 
AMAZING!!!!!!
I LOVE THIS SONG SO MUCH!!!!!!! The video is a bit iffy but the song is incredible!!! I have it on replay right now!
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nazz4ever
teen, 16 years old
13
 
not her best so far.no offense
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teamjacobgirl2.0
teen, 17 years old
4
 
Big Shakira Fan!
I love Shakira. Her voice is beautiful, she's smart and such a good role model. She-Wolf has to be one of the best songs of her album and one of her best songs ever. Keep on rocking it fellow Shakira fans!
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benbrm
kid, 12 years old
13
 
this song is ok the video is way interpropriate
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Music4Life
teen, 14 years old
11
 
Shakira is amazing, but this song's message isn't very good, and the video wasn't that appropriate either. But, this song is so cool!!!!! <3 <3
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Pit bull loverr
kid, 12 years old
10
 
Shakria is great singer!
OMG I LOVE THIS SONG AND THE VIDEO!i just love it! 1ST song i love!
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kh2master
teen, 16 years old
13
 
yep it is corny and keep away from people under 13
wolf howls make it corny and the music video is nothing but shakira naked in a cage. its so weird too and too sexy.
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