Rap Music Influence

I've only recently allowed myself to acknowledge the fact that I am, in many ways, a puppet. This is not to say that I have the whimsical, carefree, and adventurous spirit of Pinocchio, but rather that my thoughts and actions are heavily influenced by a puppeteer. Mainstream media has permeated the hearts and minds of my demographic, forming priorities, setting standards, and defining success. Sure, that's just how kids are: impressionable, but aren't we more than those who influence us? It's almost unnerving to compare myself to the person I was four years ago. Since when do I like rap music? Why does cursing no longer phase me? When did my closest friends begin partying? This mass alteration of morality couldn't have happened without cause. The celebrity lifestyle has captured the minds of teenagers everywhere, alluring us with the sweet taste of stardom. Imitation has become the most sincere form of individuality, so we follow trends almost religiously. Our wardrobe has been preassembled by esteemed fashion …show more content…
It is easy to listen along to an artist who spews out verses that glorify sex and romanticize drugs and alcohol. These catchy phrases are easily entrained into out memos and archived for future reference. When corrupt messages are camouflaged in the form of song, it becomes easier to have your beliefs molded and your morality skewed. One of my favorite artists calls himself The Weeknd. His music is the catchiest I've ever heard. His voice is so angelic that I could listen to him for hours on an endless loop. Every aspect of his artistic presence is perfect, but his lyrics tell a different story. Every album that The Weeknd has released is littered with foul language. Furthermore, his records glamorized themes of random sex and the lavish use of drugs. One of my favorite artists has corrupted the minds of millions by disguising his destructive message in the form of