The thing about the Black Kids—amidst the, justifiable, “hyperactive Cure” references and the blinding hype—is the fact that the Jacksonville, FL band just isn’t ready.

Yet.

Black Kids show tremendous promise, a keen sense of smarts, and the unteachable ability to pen a mammoth pop hook within the context of an otherwise simple song. Granted, it’s still enough to be worthy of the ridiculous amount of attention they’ve received (nor is the term “bloggergum” acceptable, ever), but the talent is definitely there.

It’s odd to think about how these kids, and they are indeed kids, have been propelled so quickly into the pop culture crosshairs. If you think the bloggers were cruel to Tapes ‘n Tapes, once can only image the “here today, gone tomorrow” treatment the Black Kids will get once they deliver their eventual full-length. Then again, all this hype and attention has landed them a pretty sweet record deal, management company, and a road trip alongside Cut Copy, so feeling bad for them might be out of the question. Let’s just hope they develop a thick skin, steer clear of Pete Wentz, and keep writing songs like “I’m Not Gonna Teach Your Boyfriend How To Dance With You.” They do that and they’ll be fine.

MP3:
Black Kids - I’m Not Gonna Teach Your Boyfriend How To Dance With You

Black Kids perform tonight at Doug Fir.