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Give Me a Beat
How the Music Industry Influences Your Teen's Sense of Style
By Carma Haley Shoemaker
Teens are often on a quest to learn who they are. As they grow and develop, they learn things about themselves that help them define their personality, style, attitude, etc. Music is one of the factors that creates this definition.
"There are many ways that teens express themselves as individuals," says Sagarese. "There are so many different types and genres of music that it allows teens to really be different if they wish to be or to follow the crowd (so to speak) if that is where their likes lie. Whether country, folk, classical, rock or R&B, music offers lots of options for the taking."
Music "soothes the savage beast," and the same can be said for some teens. Teens use music for a variety of reasons: to have fun, study, relax, set a mood, etc. Regardless of the why and who, there is no denying that the influence of music is there – and isn't going anywhere soon.
"Music has always been here," says Gould. "From the beginning of time, someone has been playing for someone else, and that playing left an impression on the listener in some way. Don't think music influences you? Try staying upset when a hip, upbeat tune comes on the radio."