Whoa you know what their talking about when they say can't touch this??? They are talking about your privates. Who listens to this? Nobody should be listening to this. Not even if your 42.
"U Can't Touch This" (CD single)
(2009, Pop music for kids, by Daniel Curtis Lee and Adam Hicks)
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Common Sense says
Hammertime with skateboards instead of puffy pants.
The themes of this music are: bragging, dancing, fame, partying
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 9 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
This review of "U Can't Touch This" (CD single) was written by Jacqueline Rupp
Parents need to know that this music video uses a cover of an M.C. Hammer rap as a vehicle for showcasing the stars of the new Disney XD series Zeke & Luther. The network and the series are both geared toward young boys, so it's no surprise that the video would focus on skateboarding. The dance moves are tame and the skateboarding tricks aren't the death-defying type. Most of the lyrics have remained the same and Hammer's old warning that you won't be able to touch his talents remains intact, translated into extreme sport sensibilities. Although the premise for the video is about a bunch of regular neighborhood kids having fun, the Disney characters and their team of back-up dancers all sport the latest in retro '80s fashions, appearing slim and attractive. The fun dance party scene will undoubtedly help to promote the television series as a hip and exciting new show.
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What’s the Story?
It's hard to believe nearly 20 years have past since M.C. Hammer donned his parachute pants and entered into pop culture history with the song U CAN'T TOUCH THIS. Now the Disney Channel has taken over the '90's anthem and the star's of Disney XD's series Zeke & Luther get their crack at the rap classic. Stars Adam Hicks and Daniel Curtis Lee duet on the single, which is given an updated feel thanks to a hard rock version of the "Superfreak" sample.
Is It Any Good?
For kids who haven't seen the original music video for "U Can't Touch This," this updated version should get them to enjoy a taste of one of most popular raps to date. That said, this Disney duo really doesn't offer that different of an approach and their lyrical gymnastics don't hold a candle to Hammer's original style. Cute, silly, and cool, the song and its accompanying video deliver what you'd expect from a Disney production -- slick, choreographed, and family fiendly fluff. As for those listeners who were alive when the first "Stop...Hammertime" was uttered, well this new cover just can't touch it.
Music Details
Released on: 6/29/2009
Parental advisory: No, Edited version available: No
Parental advisory: No, Edited version available: No
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Most Recent Reviews
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I rate this title off for age 17 and give it
- My concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
Inappropriate
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I rate this title on for age 10 and give it
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awesome
im not sure if i like it or not but i think i like it!
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I rate this title off for age 2 and give it
- My concerns are:
- Excessive consumerism
- Negative role models
STUPID
This is just so.. stupid! Why the heck would Disney combine stars of a skating tv show and music vids?? Idk, but that's what Disney does I guess.
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I rate this title on for age 4 and give it
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- Inappropriate sexual content
- Excessive consumerism
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- Good role models
They even showed the music video of it on Disney XD.
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