"The Influence of Music upon Society" Contents: Introduction .. ... So, there's no problem in assuming that our present adult society is built with some of the ideas formed in these early years of modern music (the fifties & sixties to be exact); and that the future adult society will be influenced by the different views of the present teenage society. What I"m going to do is try and illustrate a short and accurate history of music and the influence each period has brought; weather it was political, social, psychological or physical ,...

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The Influence of Rap Music on Society Music has been an object of wonder, amazement, and even fear since the beginning of its existence. ... And not only do people influence the development of music, but music influences the development of society. ... With the growing popularity of rap music through such means as music television, so too has its influence on society and the concern of skeptics grown. ... Numerous parents are scared to death that their child will be influenced by music enough to act violently or suicidal. ... What they neglect to consider are the positive values express...

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The Influence of Rap Music is an international language understood all over the world through its rhythm and the feeling it can give a person. ... Because the subjects are so similar to the negative and positive aspects of life in today's society, rap and hip-hop give people something to which they can relate. ... When drugs, alcohol, and guns became popular in society, so did rap and hip-hop music; this is not a coincidence. ... Conversely, rap and hip-hop music do not only allow troublesome kids to relate to it. ... This music is such a diverse category to which many can rel...

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We can't touch music, but music touches us. ... " Such is the influence of music, in the field of academics. ... Music teaches students how the composition of a particular music demands hard-work and accuracy. ... Just like the two sides of the same coin, even though music has numerous positive sides, it also has certain negative sides too. Too much of music, especially loud music, can damage our ears and cause hearing problems. ...

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(R&R Does it influence teens Behavior, 3) With all music's positive aspects some negative aspects still surface. ... (Power of music, 1) There still are a lot of positive messages coming from rap. It is just so hard to see these positive messages with all the bad ones out there. ... (Social Impact of Music Violence, 4) - Music Videos should have more Positive themes in them such as racial harmony, drug avoidance, conflict resolution and any other positive topics. ... (Social Impact of Music Violence, 4) - Performers should serve as positive role models. ...

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Music therapy also can evoke positive emotions and also can stimulate the bran. ... Music taps into our emotions. ... Music enhances learning. ... Music taps into our memories. ... The use of music can be useful in the distraction away from the pain which will influence a better mood and emotions. ...

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Thesis: knowing Music or playing an instrument has a lot of positive effects over people. ... Learning how to play a musical instrument whether it is a guitar, piano or anything else, helps in a lot of positive ways. Music helps relieve the stress of every day life. ... Music also helps people express themselves. ... Today, we live in very difficult times and having a strong method of self expression that allows young people to state their mind is certainly a positive aspect of music. ...

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As stated in "The Impact of Music, Music Lyrics, and Music Videos on Children", "A teenager's preference of music can be associated with certain behaviors or the way that they act" (Fuld 3). ... In the article, "Rock and Roll: Does it Influence Teens?... In terms of heavy metal music, the messages are rarely positive and send bad messages to kids who might not even understand what they are listening to. ... If music sending a positive message can change a child's mood in a good way, then the opposite is assumed to be true. Keeping this in mind, and the fact t...

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As you can see, there are both positive and negative aspects of the music spectrum, and the artist controls the factor of how they express their thoughts and feelings within their lyrics. ... In retrospect, the music is not geared to influence teenagers or young adults to commit violent acts; it conveys the expression(s) of how the artist wants to reveal his/her character through their lyrics. ... For example, the infamous Columbine High School shooting of 1999 in Littleton, Colorado, was accounted by teenagers influenced by Marilyn Manson and other tragic music artists, right? ... McLean is a...

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., are few lyrics from the music genre "gangsta rap." ... You'd just groove to the music" (Farley 78). ... His music also glorifies violence and demeans women. ... His music also glorifies violence. ... To some listeners Death Row's music is powerful and is also reality, but to others their music celebrates drugs, murderers and misogyny. ...

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-Bob Marley The influence that music has throughout the world is immeasurable. ... the influence of music and media that they distribute. ... For example, within Jamaica, there is a form of music known as "ragga", which is a rap-influenced form of reggae. This is a perfect example how music can have somewhat of a positive affect. ... So as positive as it seemed to incorporate foreign aspects into their music, it turned out to be a horrid influence. ...

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-Bob Marley The influence that music has throughout the world is immeasurable. ... It is important to make clear that although evidence is being presented of the positive aspects of globalization through music that there is overwhelming evidence that cultural imperialism is more than it seems on the outside. ... For example, within Jamaica, there is a form of music known as "ragga", which is a rap-influenced form of reggae. This is a perfect example how music can have somewhat of a positive affect. ... So as positive as it seemed to incorporate foreign aspects into their music, it turned out t...

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Behind the Music: Influence on Teenagers In today's society, Rap and Rock are two very popular types of music among teenagers. ... Because teenagers look up to artists like these, and because they are so easily influenced, it is easy for these teens to think that it is okay for them to imitate these musicians' behavior. ... For example, many songs talk about using drugs and the positive effect that drugs can have on one's body and mind. ... It is easy to see that Rap and Rock music do in fact have a big influence on impressionable teens. ... The...

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The music of protest in South Africa provided a symbolic outlet for the musicians, in order to express disdain with their government. ... Music also provided a practical purpose throughout the country. The music served the purpose of communication during this time period. ... And finally, music also served a tactical purpose in South African society. ... This statement seems to be the most accurate reflection of music's purpose in South African apartheid. ...

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DOES RAP MUSIC NEGATIVELY INFLUENCE YOUNG LISTENER"S BEHAVIOR? ... Some songs do speak of positive things, but that is a very rare occasion. ... Rap music also influences violent crimes and the use of dangerous weapons. ... For example, Mitchell Johnson, a 13-year old student at Westside Middle School in Jonesboro, Arkansas, was negatively influenced by rap music. ... Rap music negatively influences young listener's behavior....

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Although music may influence us, it has little impact, on it's own, to cause acts of violence. ... This paper will analyze the destructive themes in music; list concerns parents should have, and include positive solutions to lower destructive behavior. ... Sanor 2 It is challenging to study the effect of music on teens because people already have their own opinion of whether it influences or not, and they "know" they"re right (Christenson, Roberts 6). ... "For every adult who is convinced music is responsible for the moral decay of our youth, there is an adolescent who believes music ...

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As Glenn Collins explains, "the influence of rap is now evident in the nation's language, music, fashion and advertising" (C15). ... That is when people began realizing the dangerous influence of rap lyrics. ... I can see how much of a good role model Will Smith is with his positive lyrics. ... "Compare the Influence of Rap Music to That of Rock and Roll Music on Pop Culture in the U.S." ... With both positive and negative affects, television managed to stir up emotions and cause change in America in a way that radio alone could never have done. ...

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In this "perfect world" we would no longer have to worry about corruption and influence from outside forces, and all new outside information from movies, magazines, and music would portray positive messages. ... In its earliest forms, music was intended to be viewed as an art, where the artists expressed their emotions in an attempt to educate and to influence their listeners. ... Not to put blame on the artist solely for the murders, but his words and images must be considered as an influence on the teens. ... This paper is not to say that music should be outlawed, but rather that we as citi...

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His music said what he wanted to express and people began to see his music as what they were also feeling and thinking. ... As a result of Dylan Thomas influence, Bob Dylan used his music to transmit his beliefs and emotions to his audiences. ... Even though Dylan did not set out to be a major influence in politics, his music, lyrics and humble style were welcomed and supported by those who comprehended and appreciated the message that was so prevalent in his music. ... Furthermore, Dylan was strongly influenced by Martin Luther King, Jr. and others like King who started protests, boycotts, an...

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Music had great influences on a listener. ... Depending on the type of music and the message it brings can influence a person and their actions. ... However, in some way or another music can influence a listener physically and psychologically. By breaking down the definitions of music it is easier to understand how music influences the listeners" actions whether they shall be negative or positive. ... The beat, rhythm and melody of a song or music can influence the listener. ...

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I do undoubtedly believe that music has an effect, both positive and negative, on a person"s emotional and psychological state. ... One genre of music won't necessarily have the same effect on everyone. ... Is it or is it not feasible that one could be positively influenced by this type of music? ... Instead of dealing with the problem directly, it's written off and blamed on music influencing them to do bad things. ... Music does have the ability to influence one's mood and thoughts, but I believe the state of a person's mind, rather than the music itself, decides...

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THE NEGATIVE IMPACT OF MUSIC ON YOUTHS Many youths get easily influenced during adolescence. ... MUSIC LYRICS Music lyrics are an important part of music. ... Performers should also be more sensitive towards issues that they convey through their music as youths are easily influenced. ... Music video producers should also be encouraged to produce music videos with more positive themes such as relationships, racial harmony, non-violence and conflict resolution and drug avoidance. ... Whether music gives a positive or negative impact, it all depends on the individual. ...

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Background Music's Effects on Cognitive Functioning Music has the capabilities of changing actions, thinking patterns, and responses in the body. ... Positive Effects on Mathematical Tasks In contrast to the previously listed studies, K. ... Blascovich (1994) concluded that music produced positive effects for surgeons while performing a stressful, mathematical laboratory task. ... Strbac (2002) discuss that music has a positive effect on routine tasks because it reduces levels of tension and boredom. ... Musical preferences and effects of music on a ...

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Can you imagine a life without music? ... Music is what keeps our kids interactive, and distracted from bad influences. Many school districts are not aware of the positive impact music has in our children. ... Not only is music good for adults, music is great for kids also. ... They discovered that from 2000 to 2012 music students were outperforming non-music students. ...

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The identity of an adolescent changes due to influences on the cognitive, social and physical levels. ... Adolescents take interest in music for various reasons that pertain to that individual, some just like to listen to music, they can relate to the lyrics and others use music for an escape. ... Negative influences don't only come from the explicit songs produced by the music industry, they can be seen at every news stand, Wal-Marts books section, and other facilities that have magazine stands. ... Adolescents are easily influenced on how they should act, dress, speak, eat and sexual c...

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