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An average African American in Chicago would argue that the law in our society is unjust. However that is not true at all. Cases in trial ultimately began turning into laws that would help our society. All these cases that happened lead to a just society in 2015. The justification of the law is for everyone of all ages, people of all ethnicities, of all colors, both genders, and yes that includes African Americans in Chicago. In order to explain to an average African American that our society…

Music is the international medium that can link both mind and soul. From sophisticated, well drawn out classical music, to drums and rocks in Aboriginal tribes in Africa, music is a natural and seemingly God-given talent we all possess. “Music expresses that which cannot be put into words and that which cannot remain silent,” it is supernatural yet so uniquely human simultaneously (Hugo). Music elicits response; one main response it draws out is in-depth analysis. As popular as music is, music…

Rae Sremmurd’s “No Type” is a great example of a song that sounds like every other rap song on the radio. Making use of the words “bad bitches” and “nigga” gives a negative set of ideals or purpose that often has a negative influence over the modern population (RaeSremmurdVEVO, 2014). Using the same melodies, tones, and word pronunciations the song becomes recycled, thus giving the modern population an idea of what is common and what isn’t. Consistency is a “must” in modern day music using the…

While reading Buck I found a lot of material that help Mk Asante get through a lot of situation no matter if they were good or bad that went on. One of things that interested me was he felt like part of the reason why he got through stuff was Hip Hop and beats that went along with it. He even wrote a book about it discussing about today’s society. Today Hip Hop does inspire some people and give them hope. Describing how hip hop has contains entertaining words and languages. Hip hop converses the…

Due to the fact I showed up exactly on time and didn 't use my fifteen minutes safe zone arrival time I ordered to write 4 page essays; am writing this essay about the importance of time to the United State Navy and general use of time. To understand been on time someone have to know what it means to be in time. To be in time is been punctual and accountable responsibly. Besides that he/she asks himself/herself those questions; what is my attitude towards time? Is showing up on time important…

“…And bring back Springsteen, Madonna way before Nirvana there was U2 and Blondie and music still on MTV…” I credit my Dad for influencing the style of music I enjoy listening to. To this day he enjoys reliving his high school and college days listening to songs from his generation. Therefore, the exposure to his music has now made my dad’s style of music my personal favorite. The style of music my dad listened to and still listens to is 80’s “hair bands” and “punk rock”. Some bands from the…

In chapter 2, Starr and Waterman write that not all records sold were musical records. For example, comic monologues or literal laughing records. However, I didn’t find the Okeh laughing record funny, I was not present during the event. Therefore, I don’t know the situation, speaking only for myself when it comes to my humor a good portion is definitely visual. What I mean by that is the man could have been making silly faces at the audience, and that could have triggered the giggles for me…

The historically patriarchal structures in society have created many problematic ideologies in regards to gender roles. Although there have been many advancements leveling out the inequalities amongst men and women, there are still many stigmas, stereotypes and expectations instilled in society that play a major role in the lives of individuals today. Many forms of media display these inequalities and stereotypes, such as television shows, movies and books. Another channel of misrepresentation…

Fuelled by youth and rebellion their formative years, both Hip Hop and Rock and Roll have risen to become the two of the most widely consumed genres of music in present day America. They can both be traced back to similar origins ans each emerged during notable periods in history. However, through active development of these genres over the years, the core/base demographics of Rock and Roll and Hip Hop have moved to opposite ends of the colour spectrum. This essay seeks to compare and contrast…

American society in the 1950’s illustrates a shift in the thinking, values and ideology. The emergence of popular rock n’ roll had a massive impact on America and reveals the changes made from the prior decade. Due to the persistent fear of communism and emotional instability caused by the Cold War, Americans in the 1950’s were in a constant state of anxiety. All Shook Up: How Rock ‘n’ Roll Changed America by Glenn C. Altschuler dives into the 1950’s to demonstrate the effect rock n’ roll had on…