Topic: Music and violence
Paper details:
Do you think the violence in hip hop lyrics is criticized more than the violence in other forms of entertainment? If yes, why? Do you see a connection between real-life violence and violence in hip hop, and other forms of entertainment? Discuss your personal opinion of the influence of violent song lyrics.
The term “authentic” is used frequently when discussing hip-hop performers. Discuss your opinion of what you think the term “authentic” means in the context of music. What factors shape your opinion? What role, if any, does the business of music play in the framing of what constitutes authenticity?
