"Stupid S--t" (CD single)

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Common Sense Media says

Pussycat Doll band is excited to do bad stuff.
greenON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
yellowPAUSE: Know your child; some content
may not be right for some kids.
redOFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
not for kidsNOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age.

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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this song promotes irresponsibility, and the idea that something is wrong or stupid to do is made into a sexy proposition by this girl band molded from the Pussycat Dolls' reality show. However, none of the consequences of doing stupid things is explored in this song. Young listeners may come away with the idea that doing something on impulse -- even if they've been told may hurt them -- is a sexy thing to do. The music video shows the band members in school-girl costumes that expose their midriffs and panties. Eventually the girls strip for the camera and proceed to shake around in their undergarments and bounce on top of a bed.

  • Positive messages0
    The song's motto is do something reckless, dangerous, or sexy, or as the lyrics put it: do some "stupid s--t." Also, "I know we're not supposed to/But the hell with it (yeah)."
  • Violence0
    In the video for this single, the band members are seen vandalizing a car with spray paint.
  • Sex3
    With lines like "Oh yeah, I'm vicious, so delicious/all the boys wanna eat" and "Let's get dirty, dirty baby/Are you down with it?" this single promotes the idea of being sexually aggressive and not worrying about responsibilities or consequences to those actions. The music video shows the band members in school-girl costumes that expose their midriffs and panties. Eventually the girls strip for the camera and proceed to shake around in their bras and panties and bounce on top of a bed.
  • Language3
    The title is "Stupid S--t," and this is repeated many times throughout the chorus of the song. "Hell" is also said.
  • Consumerism0
    Not applicable.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking3
    The lyrics "So bring it up/burn it down/throw it back/another round" discuss drinking.
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What's the story?

The second half of a double-track debut release, this single marks the introduction of the reality TV show band Girlicious. The song is all about throwing caution to the wind and doing things (things that aren't specifically described) that are probably not advisable.

Is it any good?

 

If there ever was an anti-role model group for today's youth, Girlicious is it. You may be able -- although it would be hard -- to ignore the group's in-your-face sexuality and stripper sensibilities if the music was actually worth listening to. Unfortunately, the music is over-produced with thumping bass drowning out vocals and inane lyrics that make even porn scripts seem intellectually stimulating. The over-the-top sexiness of the group actually works against them, and instead of looking and sounding seductive, the girls come off like feral cats in heat.

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What families can talk about

Families can talk about why a song aimed at teens would promote stupid behavior. After listening to the song, can you make up lyrics for a song about what happens as a result of these actions? Also, how smart do you think it is for the song title to include a swear word? Can the song be effectively promoted on network TV and radio with this title, or does it hurt its chances for exposure? Does the title in itself give the girl group a hardcore image?

This review was written by Jacqueline Rupp
Teen, 14 years old
August 21, 2009
AGE
16
 
ARGGGGGGGGGGG
OMG SO BAD!!!
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This review was written by Jacqueline Rupp
Artist:Girlicious
Release date:May 6, 2008
Label:Pussycat Dolls
Genre:Pop
Parental advisory:No
This review was written by Jacqueline Rupp
 

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