Rap music is a popular genre that has been in existence for decades. It is known for its unique style of rhythm and rhymes, and has a massive following around the world, especially among young teenagers. However, there has been an ongoing debate about the negative effects that the lyrics in rap music can have on young people. The violent and drug-related lyrics in rap music can have a negative impact on young teenagers, leading to acts of violence, drug use, and lower academic performance. The lyrics in rap music can have a negative effect on teenagers, leading to acts of violence such as fights and shootings. According to the article "Gangsta Rap Promotes Violence in the Black Community," "Rap, the popular black music of today, is filled with violent and sexist messages that motivate some young blacks, especially those without positive role models, to commit violence." "Although gangsta rap as a cause of violent behavior by its listeners cannot be proven, there is certainly a correlation. Black-on-black violence has escalated sharply since the late 1980's, when the popularity of gangsta rap was on the rise." (source 1) This quote supports the idea that rap music can have a negative impact on teenagers, as there has been …show more content…
There was no effect of violent lyrics on arousal, understandability of lyrics or familiarity with the songs." "The students who listened to a violent humorous song were not as influenced as those who listened to a violent song that was not humorous." (source 3) This quote shows that even if the lyrics are not understood or familiar to the listener, they can still have a negative impact on behavior and attitudes. These sources demonstrate that rap music can negatively impact not only behavior but also academic performance, potentially leading to long-term negative effects on young