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"You Da One" (CD Single)
Common Sense Media says
Not quite as sexy as most RiRi tunes; OK for younger teens.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that "You Da One" is among Rihanna's cleaner songs. It's somewhat less steamy than the singer's other tracks but still has its moments ("You should've give it to me good like that / Should've hit it like that / Had me yellin' like that"). There is one "N" word. With no references to violence and substance use, or excessive sexiness, it's one of the better choices in the Rihanna repertoire for younger listeners.
What's the story?
"YOU DA ONE" is the second single from Talk That Talk, the sixth full-length album from Caribbean R&B singer Rihanna. No lyrical surprises here -- the track is quite a bit like so many Rihanna songs that came before, discussing RiRi's affections for her number-one man.
Is it any good?
Rihanna's native island flavor crops up once again in this tune, with a reggae-infused beat that reflects her Caribbean roots. While the resulting track is nothing new, it will still appeal to the legions of dedicated fans who can't get enough of the RiRi formula.
Explore, discuss, enjoy
Families can talk about why so many of Rihanna's songs focus on the same topic -- love and romance -- over and over again. Do artists like Rihanna deserve to grow so successful by simply repeating the same musical formula time after time, or do they have an obligation to provide their fans with a fresh perspective?
What other topics besides romantic relationships would you like to hear Rihanna cover in her songs?
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Kid, 11 years old
January 29, 2012
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You da One
I love this song. But Rihanna is getting a bit same-old same-old. This song does say the N-Word, but what's new?
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Teen, 14 years old
January 25, 2012
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Not bad for a song
You Da One is a good rhythm song. The lyrics is original Rihanna
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Teen, 14 years old
March 14, 2012
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Could have been better with a tamer music video
In the music video, it looks like rihanna is masturbating all the time! it's so gross, she gives the message that you can't love a person without having sex with him/her, she glamorizes sex too much. But the beat is very good though.
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Kid, 11 years old
January 20, 2012
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Great RiRi Song But CSM Forgot Well One Major DETAIL! :)
Not as sexy, not as steamy but I don't think they say the PARENTAL ADVISORY EXPLICIT CONTENT on the CD single. They even put no edited version and said under language: Not Applicable Ok Ok it says... are you ready? The N WORD!!!!!!!!! It is amazing but get the EDITED VERISON WHICH SHOULD BE FOR 12 YEAR OLDS!
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Adult
March 5, 2012
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No Way!
Too racy for children. Most of the innuendos children will not understand... but they are present.
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Teen, 16 years old
May 27, 2012
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You da One
I really like this song! Very catchy and a great tune. The N word but that's Rihanna for ya.
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Teen, 13 years old
April 28, 2012
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Cool!
Get the clean version :) The song is amazing!
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Adult
February 23, 2013
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Not for kids NC-17 Song.
This song is about sex. Not for kids.
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| Artist: | Rihanna |
| Type: | Single |
| Release date: | January 5, 2012 |
| Label: | Island Def Jam |
| Genre: | R&B |
| Parental advisory: | Yes |
| Edited version available: | Yes |
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