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Music reviews for r&b/pop

35 results
  • Review
    "#Beautiful (feat. Miguel)"

    Sexy, soulful track has some bleeped-out profanity.
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    13
     
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    By Mariah Carey
    (Music, 2013)
  • Review
    "The Way (feat. Mac Miller)" (CD Single)

    Nick star offers up slightly suggestive song about a bad boy
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    12
     
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    By Ariana Grande
    (Music, 2013)
  • Review
    "When I Was Your Man" (CD Single)

    A melancholy but clean breakup ballad.
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    10
     
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    By Bruno Mars
    (Music, 2013)
  • Review
    "Nuclear" (CD Single)

    Supergroup’s "comeback" track has '90s sound; one iffy word.
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    13
     
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    By Destiny's Child
    (Music, 2013)
  • Review
    "Girl on Fire" (CD Single)

    Positive girl-power anthem; even Minaj version is clean.
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    10
     
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    By Alicia Keys
    (Music, 2012)
  • Review
    "Boyfriend" (CD Single)

    JB keeps it sweet and clean with smooth rap and vocals.
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    7
     
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    By Justin Bieber
    (Music, 2012)
  • Review
    "Turn up the Music" Remix (CD Single)

    Club beat is mostly clean, features ex-girlfriend Rihanna.
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    13
     
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    By Chris Brown, Rihanna
    (Music, 2012)
  • Review
    "It All Belongs to Me" (CD Single)

    Grown-up divas put cheatin' ex in his place; OK for teens.
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    13
     
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    By Brandy, Monica
    (Music, 2012)
  • Review
    "Next 2 You" (CD Single)
    Pop sensations team up in sweet ode to their best girls.
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    8
     
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    By Chris Brown, Justin Bieber
    (Music, 2011)
  • Review
    "Whip My Hair" (CD Single)

    Age-appropriate hip-hop by daughter of Hollywood royalty.
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    8
     
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    By Willow Smith
    (Music, 2010)
  • Review
    "Ridin' Solo" (CD single)
    Hip-hop anthem celebrates being single; OK for older kids.
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    11
     
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    By Jason Derulo
    (Music, 2010)
  • Review
    Rokstarr
    Dance album is a mix of safe songs and iffy messages.
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    13
     
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    By Taio Cruz
    (Music, 2010)
  • Review
    "Acapella" (CD single)

    With its musical references, this upbeat tune may teach kids a little about the art of music.
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    10
     
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    By Kelis
    (Music, 2010)
  • Review
    "Glitter in the Air" (CD single)
    Stark, emotionally raw ballad is fine for teens.
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    13
     
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    By Pink
    (Music, 2010)
  • Review
    The Element of Freedom

    Another standout (and kid-safe) LP from soulful singer.
    AGE
    11
     
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    By Alicia Keys
    (Music, 2009)
  • Review
    Number Ones
    Collection of Miz Jackson hits is too sexy for younger kids.
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    13
     
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    By Janet Jackson
    (Music, 2009)
  • Review
    "This Is It" (CD single)

    King of pop's posthumous release is a clean tune about love.
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    9
     
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    By Michael Jackson
    (Music, 2009)
  • Review
    "Changed Man" (CD single)
    Singer's apology song is cool, but not convincing.
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    12
     
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    By Chris Brown
    (Music, 2009)
  • Review
    "Obsessed" (CD Single)

    Smackdown on mystery heckler is edgy but radio-friendly.
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    13
     
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    By Mariah Carey
    (Music, 2009)
  • Review
    "Birthday Sex" (CD single)
    A very frank proposal for the guest of honor's special day.
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    16
     
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    By Jeremih
    (Music, 2009)
  • Review
    Human
    Clean R&B shows maturity but doesn't break new ground.
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    13
     
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    By Brandy
    (Music, 2008)
  • Review
    I Am...Sasha Fierce
    Fierce vocals and killer hooks mix with retro messages.
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    12
     
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    By Beyonce Knowles
    (Music, 2008)
  • Review
    "If I Were a Boy" (CD Single)
    Beyonce wears the pants in this soulful ballad.
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    12
     
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    By Beyonce Knowles
    (Music, 2008)
  • Review
    "Single Ladies" (CD Single)
    Sassy, catchy "take that" break-up anthem.
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    13
     
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    By Beyonce Knowles
    (Music, 2008)
  • Review
    Jennifer Hudson
    Oscar winning Idol belts smart and strong.
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    13
     
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    By Jennifer Hudson
    (Music, 2008)