Everyone Is Included

It seems to me that there is a constant buzz in the air of parents that are complaining in order to protect their children. And it isn’t just from dangers like traffic and crime. It is an attempt to shelter them from any possible negative influences on their lives. From music, to school, to television, parents are becoming more controlling in their views. Even though no parent wants  harm to come to their children (and if they do, something should be done), I think that parents are going too far in protecting them. Parents in today's society are trying to prevent anything bad from happening to their children and I believe that it is having a negative effect on the younger generations.

What Is Music Telling Us? Pt. 1-Rap

I have always been interested in music and I enjoy listening to various genres from show tunes to rap. From country to electronic. From classical to hip-hop. One thing that I find incredibly interesting is how each genre varies in messages. These next few posts have been inspired by having to read part of an essay entitled "Eminem Is Right" by Mary Eberstadt.I want to explore the various meanings that surround the different genres that are most popular today. Building off this essay, I am going to start by writing about rap music in today's society, focusing especially on Eminem because he is who I listen to most.