Music Details
Artist
Label
Genre
More details
See more music reviews

Still Not Getting Any (by Simple Plan, Rock)

common sense media says

Adolescent rebel yell.

parents & educators say
See all 9 reviews | Review it

What parents need to know

Parents need to know that Simple Plan's honest and gently cynical lyrics seem to come from inside the adolescent brain.

Positive messages: Some good stuff about eating disorders.
Violence: Not applicable.
Sex: Not applicable.
Language: Not applicable.
Consumerism: Includes inserts advertising cell phone features and "dual disc" technology.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.
Our ratings and reviews are informed by child development guidelines. Learn more.

More on Still Not Getting Any

What to talk about

Talk to your kids
Families can talk about the subject of eating disorders, using "Crazy" as a starting point.

What's the story?

What's the story?
In STILL NOT GETTING ANY, Simple Plan's very accessible punk-flavored pop seems to spring full-formed from inside the adolescent brain. Petulant but somehow good-natured, guitar-fueled tunes take on disillusionment, angst, eating disorders, angst, lost love, angst, cynicism, and a bit more angst, but without sounding all that miserable. Pierre Bouvier's in-your-face vocals and the band's crystal-clear instrumental arrangements get a lot of the credit, along with easily audible teen-anthem rebel-yell lyrics. High points are the marvelously expressive "Shut Up" and "Crazy" -- a song that addresses teen eating disorders with lyrics like "Tell me what's wrong with society/When everywhere I look I see/Young girls dying to be on TV/They won't stop till they've reached their dreams/Diet pills, surgery..."

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 
These guys can out-whine even your kids without sounding too annoying. Lyrics that express cynicism and touchy desperation (meaning most of the lyrics on this CD) are delivered with an infectious exuberance that's hard to dislike. Your younger teens will love the message, and you might actually enjoy the music on this winning album. In a cool blast of techno-ingenuity, the double-sided CD flips over to include a DVD -- also a lot of fun.

Music themes & details

Music Details
Released on: October 26, 2004
Label: Lava
Genre: Rock
This review was written by Kathi Kamen Goldmark
 
 

Review It

 

Review Still Not Getting Any

Hang on! You need to be a member to post your review.
A safe community is important to us. Please observe our guidelines.
 

What parents & educators say

Most useful reviews by all members

pepsicola147
adult
 
I enjoyed this CD!
I loved the songs, very catchy. There are no language issues, except for the 4 letter word meaning the "world down under". Even that is used quite rarely. This is definitely a good listen, and if you like the whole punk/rock aspect, go for it. Again, there are pretty much no issues on the whole CD. DVD feature is a total plus, and enjoyable! Also Recommended: No Pads, No Helmets... Just Balls by Simple Plan
Flag as inappropriate 
was this review useful?
helped me decide (1) | had useful details (2) | read my mind (2)
CSM Screen ...
teen, 17 years old
 
ok for all ages
this is a great CD. It's not innapropriate. I guess there's a brief piece of language that some parents can find inapropriate (da**), but it's only in one song one time in the entire CD, I think it's suitable for everyone.
Flag as inappropriate 
was this review useful?
helped me decide (1) | had useful details (2) | read my mind (2)
CSM Screen ...
adult
 
wicked kewl music
i LOVE simple plan,and this cd is defintily thier best,parents thier is a "d*amn" on "Crazy",but thier is little else to worry about
Flag as inappropriate 
was this review useful?
helped me decide (2) | had useful details (1) | read my mind (1)
Classof09girli
adult
 
Awesome
I love Simple Plan. I love this cd. Its so really and relatable. This cd is great anger management also. This band is awesome.
Flag as inappropriate 
was this review useful?
helped me decide (1) | had useful details (1) | read my mind (1)
addie7780
teen, 16 years old
 
.
The music on this CD is great! And some of the songs talk about real, important issues and I think that is always good, at least to adults.
Flag as inappropriate 
was this review useful?
helped me decide (1) | had useful details (1) | read my mind (1)
Mariodude23
teen, 16 years old
8
 
Definately their best
I absolutely love this band and especially this album. Their previous album was (in a nutshell) just an expression of being a teenager. This one is much more detailed and deep. The main highlight is the song 'Crazy' an expression of how this world is going to h*ll. Which as we all know, it is. They are the perfect band for older children, (8+), especially if they are showing signs of a form of clinical depression, this will read their minds from beginning to end and is just a delight to listen to.
Flag as inappropriate 
was this review useful?
helped me decide (1) | had useful details (1) | read my mind
bradley4846
teen, 17 years old
9
 
13+?
Why is this 13+, there is no swearing of any kind. This is one of the cleanest albums ive ever heard. This is definatly 8-9+
Flag as inappropriate 
was this review useful?
helped me decide | had useful details | read my mind
karatedude
teen, 18 years old
 
Each song is different for a change
In the past some of Simple Plan's songs have jus all sounded the same. That's what I was iffy about when I got the CD. But each song is unique. It's a great message and great melodies! I'm always finding myself singing the songs to myself in my head or even out loud!
Flag as inappropriate 
was this review useful?
helped me decide | had useful details | read my mind
pocky
teen, 17 years old
 
Liked it very much
I love simple plan. They're one of my favorite bands. There's not much that parents of younger children (when i say that, I mean under 10) should worry about in this CD. I'd say this CD is for ages 7+.
Flag as inappropriate 
was this review useful?
helped me decide | had useful details | read my mind

More reviews ...

An independent voice for families
Age-appropriate reviews
Advice on the big issues
 

vote now

Will you add Still Not Getting Any to your playlist?

Absolutely
Maybe
No way

Already listened to it? What do you think?

I recommend it
It's a pass
 

Great alternatives handpicked by our editors

Browse more music
About our rating system
ON: Content is appropriate for kids this age.
PAUSE: Know your child, some content may not be right for some kids
OFF: Not age appropriate for kids this age
Our child development rating guidelines