Music has been an object of wonder and amazement since the beginning of its existence. It has been used as a tool to shape culture and society throughout history and continues to do so. New musical genres are formed seemingly daily as the industry grows in popularity. The appeal of rhythmic beats and noises to the human mind has fueled the evolution of music from sticks hitting rocks to complex electronic compilations. And not only do people influence the development of music, but music influences the development of society. Ceremonial music was and still is a focal point of our culture.
In today’s society, Rap music has become very popular. Rap is a part of the evolution of this Hip Hop culture. Besides music, Hip Hop consists of graffiti, break dancing, new attitudes, and a unique style of clothing. It‘s a culture full of original elements. Within this original society called Hip Hop, there are basically four main elements of MC, Break, Tag, and DJ. And each is represented by millions of people all over the globe.
Teenagers flock to concerts to hear the newest and the most famous tunes. Can it be manipulated to carry a destructive outcome? Many, thinking of such variations as rap, would say yes. Rap being vulnerable to violent tendencies attracts the young easily. Most of the lyrics of rap music out on the market today contain bad words, and show images of things that are socially wrong. So, often times when we hear about Hip Hop/Rap music, we paint a picture in our heads of black men dancing with guns, lots of gold, and girls looking like prostitutes. With the growing popularity of rap music through television, its influence on society and the concern of skeptics grown. It has become evident that rap, once viewed as a passing fad, has laid impenetrable roots in society. The music contains violence and causes violent behavior among the youth. It encourages crime and drug addiction. The attitude rappers show towards women is very heinous.
Rap, in the name of a race or social class is a violence-inducing demon. Teenagers steal, show many types of odd behaviour, hurt and even kill because of its influence. Numerous parents complain that their children influenced by rap music are acting so violently at home which is not at all tolerable. Hence, parents and teachers must put an image in their kid’s head that Rap music is not a part of our great culture. Teenagers must take all positive things from this, but should not follow the life style of the rappers of Hip Hop culture.