The 1950s and today share many similarities and have many differences, particularly in the categories of fashion and music. The 1950s marked the beginning of one of the largest economic booms in United States history and spurred the rise of clothing as an important part of culture. With the country going through many societal and cultural changes, fashion showcased one’s place in society and became a way to express conformity and individual identity. One difference between the 1950s and today is in the formalness of clothing; in the 1950s, people dressed in fancy clothing to school, work, and at home. Most men wore suits and women wore extravagant dresses. Today, most people dress in casual and more revealing clothing, such as jeans and sweatshirts. …show more content…
One difference between the music of the two eras is in the lyrics. The music in the 1950s often featured meaningful lyrics that discussed different topics, including love, death, and morality. Today, most songs have less meaningful and repetitive lyrics that focused only on romance. Another difference between the two eras’ of music is in the style of music performed. Back then, bands often sung music accompanied by live instruments. Today, most instrumental music behind the vocals is computerized, and many songs feature synchronized choreography rather than quality singing. However, the 1950s and today do share some similarities. One similarity is that both eras had country music that often featured guitar playing. Another similarity in music is that both eras had many different types and styles of music that are enjoyed by different people across the United States. I was pleasantly surprised by the broad styles that were performed in the 1950s, especially jazz, rock and roll, and soul music. It was also fascinating to learn about the deep meanings behind lyrics of songs back then. In conclusion, the 1950s and today have similarities and differences in numerous categories including music and