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"Headlines" (CD Single)
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MC explores ups, downs of money in semi-explicit rap tune.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that while "Headlines" isn't the most explicit rap tune ever made, it does include profanity ("f--k," "s--t," the "N" word), a reference to drinking, and an exploration of common rap themes: making lots of money and being better than the musical competition. Though the song is too mature for younger tweens, it's among the better rap picks for teens.
What's the story?
"HEADLINES" is the first release by rap star Drake since his debut album, Thank Me Later. In this single, Drake addresses accusations about being off his rap game, claiming he's still on top -- and that he has the money to prove it. Though he uses profanity and plenty of swagger to get his point across, he avoids the violence, sex, and substance use (aside from one mention of drinking) that mark many rap songs.
Is it any good?
What makes Drake a standout among his rap peers is that he can sing equally well, as demonstrated by this track. While the beats sound somewhat formulaic, you can't help but be drawn into the song by Drake's smooth talk-sing approach.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about how Drake, a relative newcomer to the rap scene, is already combatting accusations of being old news in this song. Do rap stars have an expiration date?
As the digital age allows life to unfold faster and faster, what can artists like Drake do to avoid becoming irrelevant soon after their careers kick off?
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Kid, 11 years old
November 10, 2011
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catchy tune but to explicit! do you know how many blocks there are?
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Song falls short of headlines, decent rap
Pretty good song, decent flow for what the standard is these days, and not as much cursing as in some other rappers songs. The message is relatively clouded, but it's generally about Drake coming back and becoming successful, almost like Talking 2 Myself by Eminem, but a little bit more intense. Anyone who's at least 12 has heard much worse language at school (I know I have), and this song won't do any harm. Good for 12+
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Kid, 10 years old
March 11, 2012
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This Song Has Some Explicit Language, but There's a Clean Version
WHO CARES about him talking about having money? It's not like it's gonna kill children.
Profanity: "n***er" "sh*t" "f**k"
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Ok for teens +
3 uses of s*it, one use of n**ga, 3 uses of f*ck. also references to drinking.
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| Artist: | Drake |
| Type: | Single |
| Release date: | August 16, 2011 |
| Label: | Cash Money Records |
| Genre: | Rap |
| Parental advisory: | Yes |
| Edited version available: | Yes |
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