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Shock Value
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Sexy solo album by super producer.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this album contains explicitly sexual, violent, and scatological lyrics, and strong language, alongside strong poetry and vibrant musical arrangements. Paying surprising tribute to many genres including old spirituals and 1970s rock and roll, the album is always passionate, always fascinating – but also gleefully sexist.
What's the story?
Using a virtual army of musical pals and his well-documented talents as a producer, Timothy Mosley (aka Timbaland) has delivered a sparkling, varied, and fascinating musical concoction that pays tribute to many musical forms and eras (as well as women's body parts). In between lyrics like "Let me see them big titties…tell ya boyfriend he better mind his own business, 'fore he end up in the trunk of my Bentley" ("Bounce"), there's some sly, evocative poetry. SHOCK VALUE opens with a musical/lyrical reference to the old spiritual, "Sinnerman," cleverly woven into the opening track as "Oh, Timbaland" and then launches into a rich tapestry of sound and rhythm that never gets boring, wandering between lush and romantic to can't-keep-your-feet-from-dancing irresistible.
Is it any good?
Timbaland's vocals and lyrics are smooth and professional (if not G-rated), but his standout talent is -- not surprisingly -- the way guest artists and musicians are used. Stars like Nelly Furtado, Justin Timberlake, 50 Cent, Tony Yayo, Elton John, and Keri Hilson are given moments to shine. Timbaland features his guests brilliantly and appropriately, the way only a veteran producer can.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about Timbaland's apparent obsession with certain body parts. Why don't most women sing about guys bouncing around on the dance floor, for example? How can songs be sexy without being sexist?
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This cd was hyped so much for its hits Give it to Me and The Way I Are. I really like rap but this was bad. The songs were awful. The only good song was Apologize but it isnt even a rap song!!!!! I hope Timbaland does better on his next cd. The language was a little bit unappropriate. It had a lot of f words and mfs that were un-needed.
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Good music for mature teens
Parents need to know that Timbaland is quite explicit. There is strong language and some sexy lyrics 'Bounce, like yo a*s has the hiccups'. But also some lyrics that show acceptence 'I like you just the way you are'.
Best Songs: Scream, The Way I Are, Bounce
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| Artist: | Timbaland |
| Release date: | April 3, 2007 |
| Label: | Interscope Records |
| Genre: | Hip-hop |
| Parental advisory: | Yes |
| Edited version available: | Yes |
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