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"Yeah 3X" (CD single)
- By Chris Brown
- Genre: R&B
Common Sense Media says
Slick R&B single about dancing has some drinking, too.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that while the single "Yeah (3X)" is largely about dancing, it does mention drinking and includes one mention of "f--k" (which is bleeped out in the edited version of the tune). Since even the references to drinking are fairly toned down, the track is an OK choice for older teens who love Chris Brown and understand the consequences of drinking alcohol.
What's the story?
Chris Brown's single "YEAH (3X)" follows the mostly-clean musical pattern he established for himself after his widely publicized abuse of former girlfriend Rihanna. It's largely focused on enjoying yourself on the dance floor, avoiding graphic language and references to adult content, aside from a few fairly tame lines about drinking ("you like to drink, so do we") and one use of the word "f--k" in the unedited version. Parents of teens who understand the consequences of drinking should feel OK about their kids listening to this track.
Is it any good?
Though "Yeah (3X)" doesn't have quite the hook of Brown's former releases like "I Can Transform Ya," it's still got enough kick to make your feet move. The singer's consistently solid vocals are a plus as always, making this track fun to both listen and dance to.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about why Chris Brown would go to all the trouble of releasing two versions of this song (edited and explicit), just so he could use the word "f--k" one time. Does he have more "street cred" if he uses profanity?
Does using having one profane term make a significant difference to the song? Why or why not? How do swear words affect a song's cool-factor in general?
Chris Brown's widely publicized abuse of former girlfriend Rihanna was major news. How has this incident affected his career?
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Horrible
Horrible song, not catchy at all, and horrible cover.
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Great beat.
At first, I hated this song solely because I have always been a Rihanna fan since her "S.O.S." days, and he abused one of my favorite singers of all time. But the song actually has a nice beat and is really all about just being yourself and having a good time. And sure he's saying to have a couple of drinks, but I'm sure all of our parents have had a drink at parties at some time or another. Chris Brown may be making a comeback in songs, but I still don't think I can accept him as a person quite yet.
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Kid, 12 years old
May 14, 2011
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Great Party Song, Not So Great Person
Although, I think Chris Brown is a provocative figure that nobody should respect, this is a very vibrant and catchy tune for tweens. Only repeats the questionable line of " You like to drink, so do we, get more bottles, bring 'em to me."
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Review for the clean version
It's kind of catchy, but I never thought it was a great song. There is one use of "f-k", but the edited version bleeps it out. Also, there is a line about drinking that is repeater throughout the song: "You like to drink/So do we/Get my bottles/Bring 'em to me" and "everyone put your glasses up". But I think Chris Brown is a bad role model. He beaten up his gifriend, Rihannah, and once in an interview where someone asked him about his relationship with Rihannah, he threw a chair out the window.
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This song is very catchy. It's a fun song, but there are some references to drinking. Not too bad.
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Kid, 12 years old
September 3, 2011
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Buy the edited version, and it's fine.
This song always makes me want to get up and dance, and I think Chris Brown has a lot of talent. But what he did to Rihanna was completely wrong. For that reason he is not a good role model.
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Kid, 10 years old
November 20, 2011
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good.........................
good r&b.
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Kid, 11 years old
March 10, 2011
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Good
I love this song it's soooooo catchy!!! He does say “You like a drink so do we get my bottles bring em to me” but like I said if your parents drink is really no big deal chill out chearleader 200
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Kid, 11 years old
February 15, 2011
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On for mature 10 almost 11
I can't get enough of this song it's so catchy. Yeah sure he says “You like a drink so do we get my bottles bring em to me” but if your parents drink it's really no big deal. I love this song!!!!!!
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| Artist: | Chris Brown |
| Release date: | January 3, 2011 |
| Label: | Jive Records |
| Genre: | R&B |
| Parental advisory: | Yes |
| Edited version available: | Yes |
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