Media at Its Finest (Rough Draft)
Jason Lim
Cordero
Language Arts
September 20, 2011
Media at its Finest “Whoever controls the media controls the mind.” Technology in all its forms; television, radio, cell phones, music, and art, all play a part in our everyday lives. What’s more, is that the media we see is not always accurate because we do not necessarily see the whole story. Media nowadays consists of what the news wants the public to see instead of the whole story. Mass media has even become so influential in the 21st century, that local news channels have become segregated to either leftist or right wing opinions. Mass media has attributed to every part of our lives. From the morals we follow, to the political parties we choose to support, to the products we buy, and even to our daily routines. Every part of our lives is a direct repercussion of what we have been exposed to on the television set and the World Wide Web.
A popular part of media lies in the music people listen to. Adolescents are influenced by many of the songs played on hit radio stations because of the content of their lyrics. Many songs that are played nowadays involve intercourse, clubbing, and/or getting inebriated. According to recent statistics, “42% of the songs on the top CDs in 1999 contained sexual content – 19% included direct descriptions of sexual intercourse.”(“Teens Sexual Behavior: Issues and Concerns”) This percentage has only increased within the last decade with songs such as “Promiscuous” and “Party Rock Anthem” by Nelly Furtado and LMFAO. These songs instill values of constant partying and sexuality: especially amongst teenagers. As of the latest generation, sex appeal has been one of the most effective amongst minors.
Television shows of today have also contributed to the growth in sexual promiscuity. Shows like “Jersey Shore” depict hormonal, irresponsible young adults spending their summers partying and “smushing” constantly. Others may say that there is nothing wrong with the reality show
Cordero
Language Arts
September 20, 2011
Media at its Finest “Whoever controls the media controls the mind.” Technology in all its forms; television, radio, cell phones, music, and art, all play a part in our everyday lives. What’s more, is that the media we see is not always accurate because we do not necessarily see the whole story. Media nowadays consists of what the news wants the public to see instead of the whole story. Mass media has even become so influential in the 21st century, that local news channels have become segregated to either leftist or right wing opinions. Mass media has attributed to every part of our lives. From the morals we follow, to the political parties we choose to support, to the products we buy, and even to our daily routines. Every part of our lives is a direct repercussion of what we have been exposed to on the television set and the World Wide Web.
A popular part of media lies in the music people listen to. Adolescents are influenced by many of the songs played on hit radio stations because of the content of their lyrics. Many songs that are played nowadays involve intercourse, clubbing, and/or getting inebriated. According to recent statistics, “42% of the songs on the top CDs in 1999 contained sexual content – 19% included direct descriptions of sexual intercourse.”(“Teens Sexual Behavior: Issues and Concerns”) This percentage has only increased within the last decade with songs such as “Promiscuous” and “Party Rock Anthem” by Nelly Furtado and LMFAO. These songs instill values of constant partying and sexuality: especially amongst teenagers. As of the latest generation, sex appeal has been one of the most effective amongst minors.
Television shows of today have also contributed to the growth in sexual promiscuity. Shows like “Jersey Shore” depict hormonal, irresponsible young adults spending their summers partying and “smushing” constantly. Others may say that there is nothing wrong with the reality show
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