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"Single Ladies" (CD Single)
- By Beyonce Knowles
- Genre: R&B/Pop
Common Sense Media says
Sassy, catchy "take that" break-up anthem.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this is a spirited break-up anthem about getting back at a guy who took what he had for granted. The song smacks of revenge, but there's also a message of empowerment, because Beyonce is clearly having fun. There are a few suggestive lyrics, but they're mild overall.
What's the story?
SINGLE LADIES (PUT A RING ON IT) is a thumping groove-shaker. The story is a familiar one: Guy takes girl for granted and shies away from commitment; girl dumps him and hits the clubs for a night out with the single ladies; girl enjoys attention from a new guy while the old one looks on.
Is it any good?
"Single Ladies" definitely delivers on what Beyonce does best. It's sassy and noisy, with backup singers galore. It almost sounds like a cheerleading chant, and its sing-song style brings back memories of Toni Basil's "Hey Mickey." The song's "If you like it, then you should have put a ring on it" chorus is sure to become the mantra for girls fresh out of dead-end relationships everywhere.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about the song's lyrics, which suggest that if a guy wants to stay with a girl, he needs to buy her a ring. Does that really solve everything? Do you agree that sometimes you don't really miss someone or something until it's gone? Have you ever taken something for granted? What happened?
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Perfect for all ages.
I, personally, love this song and don't see a problem in youngsters listening to it. It's a fun, sassy song with a good tune and a true message.
Really young kids won't have a clue what it's about anyway.
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Insanely Catchy
It's ridiculous how catchy and fun this song is. There's a bit of innuendo that you probably won't notice as you bop along to the beat.
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Kid, 10 years old
September 13, 2009
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GOOD FOR ALL AGES
I LOV IT THIS IS THE BEST ALBUM I HAV EVER HEARD
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Beyonce is about being sexy and trashy to make money.....
This song does send a message of empowerment, but its not about whether the SONG is age-appropriate, its whether her lifestyle is appropriate or not. Beyonce tends to send the message that life is wonderful if you're sexy and trashy. The fact is: sexy sells. Most of these celebrities are willing to do whatever it takes to make more money. It's just sad. Ok, song, but don't watch the video. (shiver).
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I LIKE THIS SONG!!
Cool song, my littler sister loves dancing 2 this song!! It is a very catchy song. I think it is a good for all ages.
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HONESTY
WHY DO SOME PEOPLE THINK THAT THE SONG SINGLE LADIES BY BEYONCE IS NOT MEANT 4 13YRS OLD OR YOUNGER TO LISTEN TO BUT I PERSONALLY BELIEVE THERE'S NOTHING WRONG WITH IT I MEAN LET KIDS HAVE SOME FUN THE ONLY THING I DO AGREE IS THAT KATY PERRY IS NOT MEANT FOR KIDS I MEAN I KISSED A GIRL N ALL THAT JUNK REALLY IS NOT 4 KIDS BUT BEYONCE KNOWLES IS A YES
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It gets sort of annyoing after a while but It's a cool song! And there's seriously nothing wrong with it.
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itd not for 13 + more like 6+
it has no bad words. it has a catchy anthem.
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| Artist: | Beyonce Knowles |
| Release date: | October 8, 2008 |
| Label: | BMG Import |
| Genre: | R&B/Pop |
| Parental advisory: | No |
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