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Music reviews for hip-hop

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  • Review
    In My Mind
    Raunchy and rude, from a veteran hip-hop producer.
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    16
     
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    By Pharrell
    (Music, 2006)
  • Review
    The Big Bang
    Very, very profane but at times thoughtful.
    AGE
    17
     
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    By Busta Rhymes
    (Music, 2006)
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    Todd Smith
    Some good stuff, but not for kids and tweens.
    AGE
    15
     
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    By LL Cool J
    (Music, 2006)
  • Review
    The Carter II
    Nasty but also boring -- not for kids.
    AGE
    17
     
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    By Lil Wayne
    (Music, 2005)
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    The Sound of Revenge
    Sexist, violent -- dull even. Sound off.
    AGE
    17
     
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    By Chamillionaire
    (Music, 2005)
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    Music of the Sun
    Young sensation's songs are sensational.
    AGE
    11
     
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    By Rihanna
    (Music, 2005)
  • Review
    Late Registration
    Social themes explored in this edited CD.
    AGE
    15
     
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    By Kanye West
    (Music, 2005)
  • Review
    Now That's What I Call Music! 19
    A bit better than its lackluster predecessors.
    AGE
    13
     
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    (Music, 2005)
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    The Cookbook
    One spicy dish after another. Not for kids.
    AGE
    16
     
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    By Missy Elliott
    (Music, 2005)
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    TP.3 Reloaded
    R. Kelly is (at least) R-rated.
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    17
     
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    By R. Kelly
    (Music, 2005)
  • Review
    Monkey Business
    Less original, way more explicit than last CD.
    AGE
    14
     
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    By The Black Eyed Peas
    (Music, 2005)
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    Be
    Very explicit, but very interesting. Not for kids.
    AGE
    17
     
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    By Common
    (Music, 2005)
  • Review
    Chain Letter
    Will the real Brooke Valentine please stand up?
    AGE
    16
     
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    By Brooke Valentine
    (Music, 2005)
  • Review
    2005 Grammy Nominees
    It was a very good year for music.
    AGE
    11
     
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    By Various Artists
    (Music, 2005)
  • Review
    Concrete Rose
    Sweet vocals, but falls short of diva status.
    AGE
    14
     
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    By Ashanti
    (Music, 2004)
  • Review
    Goodies
    Ciara is saved by star-studded cameos.
    AGE
    13
     
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    By Ciara
    (Music, 2004)
  • Review
    Suit
    Some good music, but not for children.
    AGE
    17
     
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    By Nelly
    (Music, 2004)
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    Sweat
    Some great stuff for adults, but nothing for kids.
    AGE
    17
     
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    By Nelly
    (Music, 2004)
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    It's Already Written
    Refreshing hip-hop shows respect for women.
    AGE
    13
     
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    By Houston
    (Music, 2004)
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    Now That's What I Call Music 16
    Unimpressive collection with a few great songs.
    AGE
    13
     
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    By Various Artists
    (Music, 2004)
  • Review
    Confessions
    Too racy for kids, but great for older teens.
    AGE
    16
     
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    By Usher
    (Music, 2004)
  • Review
    Fly or Die
    A little bit wonderful, a little bit of a mess.
    AGE
    15
     
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    By N.E.R.D.
    (Music, 2004)
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    I Don't Want You Back
    Bad singing, obscene lyrics, nothing redeeming.
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    17
     
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    By Eamon
    (Music, 2004)
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    You Got Served Soundtrack
    B2K and friends serve up a mediocre medley.
    AGE
    14
     
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    By B2K
    (Music, 2003)
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    Tasty
    Kelis loves sex -- as her CD makes clear.
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    17
     
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    By Kelis
    (Music, 2003)