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R&G (Rhythm & Gangsta): The Masterpiece
Interesting, but not for anyone younger than 17.
AGE
17
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By Snoop Dogg
(Music, 2004)
Crunk Juice
Musically clever but lyrically (very) raunchy.
AGE
17
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By Lil Jon & the East Side Boyz
(Music, 2004)
Encore
Angry potty mouth, but with genius; not for kids.
AGE
17
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By Eminem
(Music, 2004)
Real Talk
A little Fabolous goes a long way.
AGE
16
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By Fabolous
(Music, 2004)
Romeoland
Lil' Romeo is safe and cute, and that's about it.
AGE
11
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By Lil' Romeo
(Music, 2004)
Welcome Back
Squeaky-clean but viable rap music.
AGE
11
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By Mase
(Music, 2004)
Straight Outta Cashville
Young Buck makes war, not love
AGE
17
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By Young Buck
(Music, 2004)
The Hunger for More
The Hunger for More will leave you hungry.
AGE
17
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By Lloyd Banks
(Music, 2004)
Tha Carter
Offensive from beginning to end
AGE
17
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By Lil Wayne
(Music, 2004)
Kiss of Death
Strong profanity buries substance; not for kids.
AGE
16
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By Jadakiss
(Music, 2004)
To The 5 Boroughs
Exuberant social commentary and party fun.
AGE
16
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By Beastie Boys
(Music, 2004)
A Grand Don't Come for Free
Intriguing punk-rap operetta for older teens.
AGE
15
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By The Streets
(Music, 2004)
D 12 World
Zigzags between offensive and funny; not for kids.
AGE
17
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By D 12
(Music, 2004)
Hood Hop
Minimal musicianship and nasty posturing.
AGE
17
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By J-Kwon
(Music, 2004)
Split Personality
Cliched bad-boy lyrics and explicitness.
AGE
17
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By Cassidy
(Music, 2004)
Cee-Lo Green Is the Soul Machine
Positive messages; suitable for older teens only.
AGE
16
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By Cee-Lo Green
(Music, 2004)
The College Dropout
Packs edgy emotional wallop; best for older teens.
AGE
17
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By Kanye West
(Music, 2004)
Kamikaze
A solid CD, but absolutely not for kids.
AGE
17
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By Twista
(Music, 2004)
Boy in Da Corner
For older teens who like underground hip-hop.
AGE
16
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By Dizzee Rascal
(Music, 2004)
The Black Album
There's a lot for parents to be cautious about.
AGE
17
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By Jay-Z
(Music, 2003)
Resurrection
Formulaic production, objectionable content.
AGE
17
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By Tupac
(Music, 2003)
Chicken N Beer
Clever at times but disturbing. Not for kids!
AGE
17
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By Ludacris
(Music, 2003)
Elephunk
Some profanity and sex, but substance as well.
AGE
14
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By The Black Eyed Peas
(Music, 2003)
Speakerboxx / The Love Below (double album)
Some good material, but not enough for double CD.
AGE
17
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By Outkast
(Music, 2003)
Jackpot
Lackluster performances and writing -- and sexist.
AGE
17
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By Chingy
(Music, 2003)
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