BY Janielle Browne
The music industry is one
of the most powerful and effective industries in our world today. Music dates
back all the way to B.C. years. There are many genres such as pop, gospel,
reggae, blues, rock, dancehall, soca, and the list goes on. No two sectors are
the same, they may be similar in some instances but NOT identical. With all
these differing types of music it may be safe to conclude that everyone is a
music junkie at heart. This being said, we must now take a look into the music
industry, at the people who create and sing the songs.
What goes on in the minds
of music producers and singers? Do they wish the message they convey to be
positive or negative? It is almost impossible to tell due to the unique
qualities of the human mind. No two minds think alike therefore leaving room
for different interpretations of lyrics.
Music can either have a
positive or negative effect on youths. One advantage of music is that it is an
excellent way to pass time. Music is a key form of entertainment and has been
for numerous years. Not only can you pass time listening to and dancing to it,
you can also write music.
Music can also be
manipulated into a learning device. Placing lessons to music and a tune in the
form of a song has been proven to be an excellent learning method. It makes the
material easier to relate to, remember and enjoy.
Music can also inspire
and steer young people to pursue a career in the music industry.
One may argue that music
promotes the opposition to knowledge; which leads the young people to become
obtuse and unlearnt.
Some forms of music contain derogatory comments
concerning women. Some lyrics are also pure nonsense that can neither harm nor
do well to the listeners.
The solution to dealing
with negative music affecting youths is to find ways to occupy themselves
constructively. If they have work to do there is no time to daydream and about
getting rich overnight or be influenced by music artist telling them negative
ways to do so. We can also promote gospel music and find new ways of making it
exciting and interesting for youths.
Basically, music can be
both positive and negative. It all depends on who you are, what you like and
where you come from. There is no real way to control what is produced but you
CAN filter what you listen to.
Janielle Browne
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