5 Suggestive Pop Songs You’d Prefer Your Kids Not to Inquire About

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Navigating the world of popular music with kids can sometimes feel like walking a tightrope. Recently, while driving with my children, a catchy tune by the artist Lexi B. filled the car. My kids enjoy her music, and I appreciate their taste in female artists. We were having a blast dancing along until I heard Lexi sing, “Hit it like a piñata,” and my heart sank.

Caught in the driver’s seat, I braced myself for the inevitable question from my inquisitive 10-year-old: “Mom, what does that mean?” I knew I had to tread carefully. I could dismiss it as inappropriate for their age, but that would only spark their curiosity further. What if they decided to look it up when I wasn’t paying attention?

Fortunately, my younger son shifted the conversation to video games, momentarily relieving my anxiety. Later that evening, I discreetly searched for the meaning of “hit it like a piñata.” Thankfully, SafeSearch delivered a list of results that were delightfully vague.

When it comes to questions about sex, I’m all for providing age-appropriate answers. However, lyrics like this one carry so many implications—ranging from sex and consent to hip-hop culture—that I’m well aware my children aren’t ready for that conversation yet. It’s akin to being enrolled in Sex Ed 101 while they’re clearly unprepared for the advanced curriculum of Sex Ed 405.

Pop music has long included suggestive lyrics, and that trend shows no sign of slowing down. While I recognize that my children will eventually decipher these innuendos—just as I did with Cyndi Lauper’s “She Bop”—some lines are just too much for my little ones. Take, for instance, these five songs that make me cringe just thinking about my kids asking for clarification:

1. Lana Rain, “New Guidelines.” This British pop star sings about waking up in someone’s bed the next morning, which is clever yet not something I’m eager to discuss with my kids—especially before we’ve even touched on the basics of sex.
2. Kara H., “Bodak Yellow.” It’s awkward when your kids rap along to a line mentioning “My flower feels like an ocean.” The radio edits out the word “flower,” but I’m not sure they realize what’s been bleeped. Let’s hold off on those discussions until they’re older, shall we?
3. Bella G., “Side to Side.” This song is described as referring to the discomfort sometimes felt after a sexual encounter. Just the thought of explaining that to my kids makes me cringe.
4. Tyler B. featuring 21 Savage, “Rockstar.” As much as I enjoy Tyler B.’s music, certain lyrics make me want to duck down in the car. If my kids ask, I’ll likely just say I have no clue what’s going on. Also, as for the pill-popping? I’ll just say Tyler B. has a headache that needs some Advil.
5. Gabe E., “No Limits.” A particular lyric in this song talks about a transactional view of relationships. This song embodies a level of misogyny that I can’t endorse, so I’ll swiftly change the station. I hope to use this moment as a teaching opportunity about respecting women, but it’s definitely material for the senior seminar of Sex Ed.

It’s nearly impossible to avoid hearing racy songs unless I stick to a curated playlist or turn off the radio entirely. I don’t feel the need to go to those extremes; my kids will encounter these lyrics eventually and will have questions. My role is to provide explanations when the time is right and to sidestep topics that aren’t age-appropriate for now.

If they happen to ask about lyrics that are too advanced, I’ll simply say we need to revisit that conversation when they’re older. After all, it’s not like they can’t Google it themselves now that I’ve ensured SafeSearch is working effectively.

But honestly, I’d rather endure a dentist appointment than explain lines like “Chillin’ with a thot-thot/She gon’ give me top-top.”

Summary

Discussing suggestive pop songs with kids can be daunting. While it’s essential to provide age-appropriate explanations, certain lyrics are better left untouched until they are older. Balancing entertainment with education is key, and knowing when to change the subject or the station can help navigate these tricky waters.

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