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"She Wolf" (CD single)
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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.
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?
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.
What families can talk about
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.
Why do some people want to stay in relationships where they're not being appreciated, rather than finding someone new who will?
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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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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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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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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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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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Simplesmente perfeita
Dançante, Ousada, só podia ser Shakira, música perfeita
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little love
i looove this song. ain't my favorite song of all time but it's pretty good.
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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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Woottt Shakira movin her hips like madd! She is soo flexible! She Wolf <333
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