Youth often disagree with the older generations, the teens of the 1950s and 1960s are no exception. The concept of teenage rebellion is the rejection the youth has of the older generation’s ideals and ways of life. The rise of teenage rebellion began in the 1950s and was first influenced by American rock-n-roll music. Parents objected to this genre and felt it was too obscene, which only helped grow its popularity. The rebellion continued into the 1960s with the rise of the Vietnam War. Australian teens were influenced by American rock-n-roll music. The “vulgar” lyrics led parents to believe this was the cause of teenage rebellion. Famous rock-n-roll stars, like Elvis Presley, challenged conformity and conservative views that many Australian