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The Pirates Who Don't Do Anything Soundtrack

(2007, Soundtrack, by Various Artists, Label: Decca Records)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 0, age appropriate for kids over 0; suggested age 2.

  • Is it any good?

    2.0

  • Common Sense says

    Upbeat songs, some instrumentals; doesn't inspire.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 2 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Several songs discuss doing the right thing, having courage, and trying new things. ("The future's ours if we just grab it..It's only fear that will prevent us…All that we need is deep within us"). The bonus track, "Second Chances," is a Christian-themed gospel and asks for God's forgiveness ("You're feelin' pretty blue/You didn't do what God requested...You ran from God this morning and you're whale chow tonight!/but hold up!...See we're here to tell you about the forgiveness that you can get!").
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Only one song with some questionable lyrics: "Whack your shipmate in the eye!/yank his hair and break his nose...Swing your shipmate promenade/smack him with a rusty blade."

  • Sex:

    Not an issue.

  • Language:

    Not an issue.

  • Consumerism:

    CD insert promotes VeggieTales books, toys, and more. Obvious tie-in to the movie and the brand.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About The Pirates Who Don't Do Anything Soundtrack

Parents need to know that although the soundtrack takes a cue from the VeggieTales movie, with lots of Pirate-themed instrumentals and some silly songs, there are few songs on the album that will inspire kids to "do something." The brand has a Christian bent, but religion only appears in the bonus track of the soundtrack (the song talks about asking for God's forgiveness). Other themes include overcoming fear, doing the right thing, and carpe diem.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about having the courage to try new things. The title song lists all the things that the pirates haven't done. What are they missing by choosing to sit at home and watch TV? What new things would you like to try? Also, families can discuss that it's natural to be scared to try something new. Parents and older siblings can share things they were at first scared to try.
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    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 2.0

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    Of Course Everything In This World Is Christian Now This Is A CD For 2 Year Olds Why Shove This Religon Stuff Down Their Throats And Just Let Them Discover It On Their Own

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