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So Far Gone

(2009, Rap, by Drake)

  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 12, age appropriate for kids over 15; suggested age 14.

  • Is it any good?

    4.0

  • Common Sense says

    Hot MC's raps mix self-reflection with graphic sex talk.

The themes of this music are:   bragging, exploring emotions, fame, love, money, sex

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 14–15

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Drake doesn't sugarcoat his lyrics, making no bones about his desire for fame and fortune. However, he also talks about his flip-side wish for a more regular life -- demonstrating an overall positive message about openly acknowledging the conflicting feelings that are a part of any life, famous or otherwise.

  • Role models:

    Drake's use of explicit language and occasional mentions of sex and partying aren't things to emulate, but his effort to get beyond the superficial rap talk of money, money, and more money shows that he has a thoughtful side.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Not an issue.

  • Sex:

    Some accounting of sexual escapades, such as: "Get it from the back and make your f--king bra strap pop / All up in ya slot 'til a nigga hit the jackpot."

  • Language:

    Some swearing, e.g. the f-bomb, s--t, and nigga.

  • Consumerism:

    Talk of "money and cars," with a couple of explicit product mentions like the iPhone.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Discusses getting "f--ked up" and drunk.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About So Far Gone

Parents need to know that though this album is by no means clean -- with more than a few curse words, sexual descriptions, and references to partying -- it's certainly not the dirtiest or most shallow record out there, offering some introspective lyrics that make at least the edited version worth a listen. 

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  1. Parent Reviewer
    lils.o.d
    I rate this title on for age 17 and give it 5.0

    so far gone

    because ilike that song by drake and lil wayne

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  2. Kid Reviewer Age 9
    TATIANA KAHIAN
    I rate this title on for age 9 and give it 5.0

    Drake.

    Of course it is Drake he is the best.

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  3. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    simply42amazing
    Lives in Pennsylvania
    I rate this title on for age 13 and give it 5.0
    My concerns are:
    • Inappropriate language
    • Drinking, smoking, or drug use

    • My highlights are:
    • Good role models

    this album is amazing :)

    THE BEST ALBUM EVERRRRR! love it?

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