ADVANCED COMMUNICATION
ASSIGNMENT
QUESTION #5
Examine the statement that popular music epitomizes the best and the worst of Jamaican culture with specific references to its impact locally and internationally.
THESIS
Music in its most pure form was originally designed by artiste to reflect modes, tell stories and in short to summarize life. In today’s world artiste claim to use music as a means of reflecting every day life, thus bringing to light all the flaws of society. however based on the lyrical content of their songs could it be said that they are really reflecting life, as opposed to influencing it. If so what are the impact of such music on society.
RESEARCH OUTLINE
Examining the type of music played
The research will examine the lyrical content of songs been played on air, at clubs and at local dance session’s.
The impact of music
We will determine whether the lyrical content of songs performed by artiste have an impact on its listeners. Examining whether the effects are to society’s advantage or to our disadvantage .
Does music reflect our society or does it influence it?
The Essay on Music and Society
?Music and Society have always been intimately related. Throughout the years, music has had the power to influence the behavior of individuals and societies. Music has been thought of as a very powerful medium within social groups because it can facilitate communication beyond strictly words. Music has multiple meanings which can promote the development of individual, cultural and national ...
Based on the data colleted we will determine the answer to this question “Does music reflect or influence our society?”
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