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1. [ x ]C___________ (i.e., form an opinion and assess) and review my peers’ work

2. [ x ] P________ my key points

3. [ x ] U_________ more than one points of view (multiple perspectives) of my research topic

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[A Brief Description of your topic]

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How Listening to Music Affects Your Mood?

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According to PsychologyToday, People use music to achieve various goals, such as feeling more energized, maintaining focus on tasks, and reducing boredom.

Today i will be sharing on how does music produce such a powerful effect on the mind.

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Write down your key points below

For example, if your topic is "How Listening to Music Affects Your Mood?"

1. Music is a tool that can ease negative emotions and enhance positive emotions.

2. Music can help people cope with stress or distract them from a bad mood.

3. Many people use music to trigger their memory and remind themselves of important past events.

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Music is a tool that can ease negative emotions and enhance positive emotions.

Music can help people cope with stress or distract them from a bad mood.

Many people use music to trigger their memory and remind themselves of important past events.

Music makes life better. Music is used across cultures and ages as a powerful mood regulator. We regularly use music to soothe our souls and comfort our pain. The emotional power of music is one of the main motivations why people devote so much time, energy, and money to it. People use music to achieve various goals, such as feeling more energized, maintaining focus on tasks, and reducing boredom. For example, we rely on music to help us power through workouts and tackle tasks we'd rather ignore, and we manipulate our moods with melodies.

So, how does music produce such a powerful effect on the mind?

1. Coping with stress

Music offers a resource for emotion regulation. For instance, sad music enables the listener to disengage from the distressing situations (breakup, death, etc.), and focus instead on the beauty of the music. Further, lyrics that resonate with the listener's personal experience can give voice to feelings or experiences that one might not be able to express oneself. Listening to soft and slow music, such as classical music, is better for managing negative emotions compared to hard or heavy music. Listening to happy music can influence the way one perceives the world in a stressful situation. For example, upbeat tunes can give you an optimistic outlook and make you feel better.

2. Music and memory

Listening to a piece of music that was played a lot during a significant life event (e.g., a family celebration) many years ago can trigger a deeply nostalgic emotional experience. The feeling is not in the music, but in what it reminds us. Many listeners use music to remind themselves of valued past events, becoming nostalgic. For example, nostalgia is a powerful force around Christmas ('White Christmas'). Some people may have a fond memory associated with Elgar (Pomp and Circumstance) for graduation ceremonies, and Pachelbel's "Canon in D Major," (or Mendelssohn's "Wedding March" in C major) for weddings.

3. Pleasure in sad music

For some, sad music intensifies the feelings of sorrow and loss connected to personal events and memories. Listening to a sad song while in a sad mood is like someone (a friend) empathizing with your experience. The reward could be purely biochemical. We have all experienced the feeling of relief and serenity after a good cry. At the biological level, sad music is linked to the hormone prolactin (associated with crying), a chemical that helps to curb grief (Huron, 2011). Prolactin produces feelings of calmness to counteract mental pain.

4. The feeling of being moved

Music often makes us feel like crying because we experience a sense of awe and admiration. The feeling is a kind of wonder at realizing what other minds can create. In response to these emotions, we may experience goosebumps and motivation for the improvement of self and society. The experience is often intense and pleasurable.

5. Music and time perception

Music shows that time perception is essentially subjective - music can distort "clock time". Music is a powerful emotional stimulus that changes our relationship with time. Time does indeed seem to fly when listening to pleasant music. Hearing pleasant music seems to divert attention away from time processing. Moreover, this attention-related shortening effect appears to be greater in the case of low-arousing (calm) music with a slow tempo. For example, music is used in waiting rooms to reduce the subjective duration of time spent waiting or in supermarkets to encourage people to stay for longer and buy more. Consumers spend more time in the grocery store when the background music is slow. Music keeps workers happy when doing repetitive and otherwise boring work.

In sum, music can alter our moods, emotions, and motivation. We can use music to validate or challenge our moods. Music can also reflect the mood on a national level. For example, the protest song "Baraye," (the anthem of Iran's "Woman, Life, Liberty" protest movement) expresses Iranians' painful grievances.

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Music can be seen as a coping resource that leads to a feeling of empowerment and provides possibilities for emotion regulation.

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#4 Your Viewpoints with Evidences: [Key in one of your viewpoints here, e.g., Music Acts as a Resource for Mood Regulation]

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#4 Your Viewpoints with Evidences: [Key in one of your viewpoints here, e.g., Music Acts as a Resource for Mood Regulation]

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[Your evidence here]

For example: sad music enables the listener to disengage from the distressing situations (breakup, death, etc.), and focus instead on the beauty of the music

[explain how your example links]

Further, lyrics that resonate with the listener’s personal experience can give voice to feelings or experiences that one might not be able to express oneself.

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listening to self-selected music could be an effective and low-cost strategy for enhancing students’ emotional state, motivation, and concentration in a school context

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#5 Your Viewpoints with Evidences: [Another Key Point here, e.g., listening to self-selected music could be an effective and low-cost strategy for enhancing students’ emotional state, motivation, and concentration in a school context]

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#5 Your Viewpoints with Evidences: [Another Key Point here, e.g., listening to self-selected music could be an effective and low-cost strategy for enhancing students’ emotional state, motivation, and concentration in a school context]

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[Key in your evidence here]

e.g., a fast tempo and a major key can evoke emotions such as joy, excitement, and triumph, whereas the same characteristics in a minor key can evoke emotions such as anger, tension, or anxiety (Gabrielsson & Lindström, 2016)

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Hello everyone

Today, i will be sharing about [#02 your research question]

Lets take a look at my keypoints:

[#03 your main points without the evidences/details]

Delving deeper into [keypoint 1]

Moving on, [keypoint 2]

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11:30 am --> (10 min) Introduction

11:40 am --> (30 min) Students to fill in padlet required components

1 Research Question

2 Key Points with Evidence (or more)

1 paragraph (which has your Keypoint linking to evidence)

12:10 am --> (15 min) Sharing/Review

in pairs, students will do a 2 minute sharing on their work

student A presents, student B complete #7 Peer Feedback

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How does pop affect social media in teenagers?

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How does pop impact social media in teenagers?

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how does pop impact social media in teenagers?

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How does pop affect social media in teenagers?

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How does background music affect social media in teenangers

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How does background music affect social media in teenangers

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How does all kinds of music affect social media in teenagers?

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How does Mandopop impact how people perceive adults

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How does background music affect social media in teenagers

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how does all kinds affect social media in teenagers

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How does background music affect acedemic performance in teenagers?

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How does pop impact how people think of teenagers listening to em

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How does K-pop impact teenagers in how people perceive things?

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how does kpop affect social media teenagers

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How does kpop impact /effect social media in teenagers

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How does pop music affect social media in teenagers?

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How does pop music affect social media in teenagers?

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It allows access to international audiences at the touch of a button to giving direct engagement between artists and fans

Social media platforms have transformed young people’s use of music. These mediated environments alter how young people consume, identify, and connect with music. Social media platforms further emphasize a social relationship to music. Young people can use social media to present their musical preferences, connect with others who share their musical affinities, and even communicate with musicians and celebrities. In this chapter, we discuss how music and social media intersect in the context of three developmental tasks that young people face. We focus on social development, identity development, including personal and social identities, and physical development as three key developmental tasks that mark and affect young people’s growth. Social media provide tools and environments for these developmental tasks, and music can play a role in how young people use social media to negotiate these developmental tasks. The chapter maps existing literature on the interplay between music, adolescent development, and social media, and identifies research directions that are yet to be addressed.

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2b. How does Background Music affect Social Media in Adults?

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How does background music affect academic performance in teenagers

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How does background music affect academic performance in teenagers?

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Does background music help relieve stress for teenagers while studying?

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How does pop music affect academic performance?

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how does all kinds of music affect social media in teenagers?

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Question: how does pop affect stress in teenagers?

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How does pop music affect stress in teenagers

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How does background music affect people when they study.

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How does pop music affect adult

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How does jazz impact stress in teenagers?

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How does rap impact social media in teenagers?

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how does music impact mood in teenagers??

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How does pop music affect growing teenagers?

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How does all kinds of music impacts social media in teenager

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Catchy hooks and repetitive melodies trigger a release of dopamine, a neurotransmitter associated with pleasure and reward.

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How does pop music affect stress in babies?

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Pop culture shapes teenage behavior on social media by driving trends, influencing self-expression, and impacting social validation and marketing.

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It allows access to international audiences at the touch of a button to give direct engagement between artists and fans.

Music can also perform an important socializing role in a young person's identity development.

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Background music on social media can enhance emotional engagement and increase the likelihood of content sharing among teenagers by setting the mood and making posts more memorable.

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Background music helps block distractions and also helps relieve stress for teenagers while they are studying.

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I observed social media…

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Teenagers were not listening to a lot of background music as there were no songs fitting enough to help teenagers focus on their work.

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More teenagers started to listen to a lot of background music posted onto social media as it helps make them focus on their work.

Popularity of social media…

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Unknown to teenagers due to social media not being main stream for music making it useless for teenagers.

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Popular amongst teenagers as a lot of social media music were main streamed and was seen by teenagers with most music genres being used as background music.

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The use of pop music in language learning has been found to have a positive impact on students' study time. Pop music helps to reduce stress in students, making them more engaged and motivated in their language learning.

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How does pop music affect growing teenagers?

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Background music can change how teenagers study. Calm music might help them focus, but music with words or loud beats can distract them. Some teens do better with music, while others get distracted.

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Before: boring. after: different kinds of music to explore

Before: popularity go down. After: use different music for posts

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Pop tends to have swear words. I feel people perceive teens that listen to pop to swear a lot or know many swear words

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Before listening to pop music, everything was more or less dull and after listening to pop music, our mood boosts. According to research, upbeat music can make you feel more optimistic and positive about life. It can also help motivate teens to have a positive outlook on everything happening around them reducing stress and anxiety.

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I observed that social media before without background music was not good but after background music it was better

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I observed that social media before without background music was not good but after background music it was better

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1. Pop music shapes fashion trends in teenagers

2. It also inspired teenagers to embrace their true selves

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Music serves as a powerful medium for emotional expression and regulation among teenagers. It can uplift spirits, provide comfort during difficult times, and foster a sense of belonging.

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Before it’s hard to focus when studying. With jazz, its easy to focus when studying

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Before: boring

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Before: popularity go down

After different music can be used for posts

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1. encourage a feel-good factor, lighting up different areas of the brain and often encouraging the release of dopamine, making us feel happier and more connected to the music.

2. fosters important social and emotional skills, such as self-regulation, self-confidence, leadership skills, social skills, and socio-emotional intelligence.

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It can help redirect restless energy and encourage a feel-good factor

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Instead of holding onto stressful feelings, teens can release their stress by playing a challenging piece on an instrument or by listening to their favorite song and embracing its familiarity. Listening to music can also be helpful for people experiencing high levels of anxiety.

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Allow fan from all over the world to connect with their favourite idol and share their lovw with kpop

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The impact of background music on social media usage in adults is multifaceted and can influence their experience, engagement, and even emotional responses. Here are some key ways background music affects social media in adults:

1. Emotional Engagement

Mood Alteration: Background music can influence the mood of social media users. Uplifting or soothing music can make users more positive and engaged, while somber or tense music can evoke more negative or contemplative feelings.

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kpop affects social media by making teenagers attracted to kpop and the songs, and make kpop more popular

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Pop culture drives teenage engagement on social media by setting trends, influencing behavior through celebrities, affecting emotional responses, and shaping marketing strategies, which all contribute to higher interaction and content sharing.

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Evidence indicates that background music enhances teenage engagement on social media by setting the mood and increasing content shareability, with studies showing that posts with popular or emotive music generate higher interaction rates.

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Before : boring . After : different

kinds of music to explore

Before : popularity go down .

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One neuroscientist found that the improvised nature of jazz engages the brain and minimizes stress in ways that classical music does not. And stress, as you may already know, is the enemy of memory ability. The happier and more relaxed that you are, the more likely you are to remember an important fact or vocab word.

Jazz music possesses a unique ability to captivate the mind while simultaneously fading into the background, creating an atmosphere conducive to concentration without distraction. One of the key reasons why jazz stands out as the best studying music is its improvisational nature.

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How does pop music impact  social media in teenagers? 

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-It allows access to international audiences at the touch of a button to giving direct engagement between artists and fans

-Social media platforms have transformed young people’s use of music.

-These mediated environments alter how young people consume, identify, and connect with music.

-Social media platforms further emphasize a social relationship to music.

-Young people can use social media to present their musical preferences, connect with others who share their musical affinities, and even communicate with musicians and celebrities.

- Social media provide tools and environments for these developmental tasks, and music can play a role in how young people use social media to negotiate these developmental tasks.

Source:https://academic.oup.com/book/34960/chapter/298591667

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I cannot agree with the assessment that Chinese pop music is universally "terrible." Musical preferences are highly subjective, and what one person finds enjoyable, another may not. Chinese pop music encompasses a wide range of styles and artists, many of whom have achieved significant popularity and critical acclaim, both within China and internationally.

That said, I understand the sentiment that uniquely Chinese cultural products can sometimes struggle to gain traction outside of their home country. This may be due to a variety of factors, such as language barriers, differences in cultural context and references, or challenges in distribution and marketing globally.

However, I would encourage you to approach Chinese pop music and culture with an open mind. There is a wealth of diversity and creativity within the Chinese music scene, from traditional folk styles to contemporary fusion genres. Many Chinese artists have gained global recognition and success, demonstrating the potential for unique cultural expressions to resonate internationally.

My recommendation would be to explore Chinese pop music with an open and curious mindset, rather than dismissing it outright. Seek out recommendations from trusted sources, read reviews, and listen to a variety of artists and styles. You may be surprised to find pieces that captivate and intrigue you, offering a window into the rich cultural tapestry of China.

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Background noise—like the chatter in a coffee shop or raindrops on a window–might help students to study better.

For many students, studying in complete silence can be challenging, leading them to seek alternative methods to enhance their focus and productivity. One approach is listening to music or having background noise while studying.

A recent survey conducted by OnePoll on behalf of CSU Global, an online university, explored the correlation between music and studying. The findings revealed that students who listen to background music while studying achieve higher GPAs and show improved reading comprehension skills.

The Study: Background Music While Studying

The survey involved 2,000 respondents and examined their study habits in relation to music. Approximately half of the participants (49%) reported listening to music regularly while studying, with 60% stating that they found studying more effective with background sound rather than in silence. The study also explored other preferred sounds for studying, including nature sounds (30%), real-life noises (26%), and podcasts (24%).

Link: https://www.oxfordlearning.com/can-you-enhance-study-sessions-with-background-music/

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Pop music has been found to have various effects on emotions. Listening to pop songs can evoke positive emotions such as joy, relaxation, happiness, and even sadness

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kpop affects social media by attracting teenagers to kpop and its songs so and makes it popular in social media

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Pop music often reflects emotions that teenagers may experience, such as love, heartbreak, and rebellion. This emotional resonance is a major reason why teenagers gravitate toward pop music, as it offers a relatable and accessible medium to explore their own feelings. During adolescence, emotions tend to be more intense and fluctuating, and pop music provides an outlet to express or process these feelings in a way that feels both personal and universal.

For instance, when dealing with love or heartbreak, a teenager might find . Likewise, pop songs that capture themes of rebellion and independence often resonate with teenagers who are navigating their own journey toward autonomy. The rhythms, melodies, and lyrics of pop music often encapsulate the high-energy and emotional intensity of adolescence, making it an effective tool for emotional reflection and expression.

Moreover, listening to music that reflects their inner emotional world allows teenagers to explore and understand their feelings in a safe and creative space. It also offers them a sense of validation when they hear lyrics that mirror their personal struggles or joys. In a time of life where self-expression is crucial, pop music becomes a soundtrack for their emotional growth, providing a way to both escape from and make sense of their inner emotional landscape.

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Before: no confidence in self

After: catchy beats let teenagers gain confidence

K-Pop has an impact that changes the attitudes or habits of teenagers from being non-consumptive to consumptive, and also changes the attitude of teenagers to be more selective in spending the money they have

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changes the attitudes or habits of teenagers from being non-consumptive to consumptive, and also changes the attitude of teenagers to be more selective in spending the money they have.it has inspired a sense of creativity, unity, and inclusivity within the fan community.K-pop's influence extends beyond the music industry and has led to the creation of a global category in television and movie industry.It has the power to shape fashion trends, challenge societal norms, and inspire individuals to embrace their true selves

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Based on the evidence I gathered, music generally reduces stress, and it is true that social media helps gain the popularity of the music, which allows more people to find the music and listen to it. Thus, it is true that social media helps music/songs to gain popularity.

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Johnny Cash - "A Boy Named Sue" (1969)

Johnny Cash - "A Boy Named Sue". Courtesy Columbia

Johnny Cash's only top 10 pop single is the story of a man made tough by having to struggle with growing up with a girl's name. Written by Shel Silverstein, best known for children's books, the story in "A Boy Named Sue" talks about the man searching for the father who gave him the name and the ensuing fight when they finally meet again. It is also notable for including the line "son of a b*tch" which was censored from the 45 release of the song and the original LP version.

Johnny Cash recorded the hit version of "A Boy Named Sue" live at San Quentin prison. It was a cross-format smash hit topping both the country and adult contemporary charts while reaching #2 on the pop chart. Shel Silverstein later wrote a follow up "The Father of a Boy Named Sue" to tell the story from the father's point of view.

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Elton John - "The B*tch Is Back" (1974)

Elton John - "The B*tch Is Back". Courtesy MCA

The word "bitch" is one with a very colorful history in pop music. Elton John was at the peak of his popularity when he released the single "The B*tch Is Back" in 1974. According to Elton John, the song is highly autobiographical. A number of pop radio stations in the U.S. refused to play the "The B*tch Is Back" due to the offending word. The program director of New York's WPIX-FM spoke for many in the business stating, "We won't play those types of records no matter how popular they get." As a result, "The B*tch Is Back" merely peaked at #4 in the U.S. instead of #1 or #2 like Elton John's three other single releases in 1974.

Meredith Brooks presented even more of a challenge to pop radio programmers in 1997 with the release of her single "B*tch." However, it overcame reluctance and censorship at pop radio to eventually hit #2. As recently as Lady Gaga's "Bad Romance" in 2009, "b*tch" was treated as a bad word in pop songs.

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Who - "Who Are You" (1978)

Who - Who Are You. Courtesy MCA

One of the first obvious uses of the "f" word in a mainstream pop song occurs twice in the Who's "Who Are You." The line, "Who the f**k are you?" is heard twice in the original album release and the U.K. single edit. For U.S. pop radio ears, the offending word was completely eliminated and "Who Are You" peaked at #14 on the pop chart. However, the lines are preserved in the promotional music video below.

In 2005, the song raised concerns again when the Who included the offending word in their Live 8 performance, and it was not censored on the ABC broadcast. In the face of stronger crackdowns on radio in the U.S. by the FCC, many stations now play the edited version of "Who Are You."

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Dead Kennedys - "Too Drunk To F**k" (1981)

Dead Kennedys - "Too Drunk To F**k".Courtesy Cherry Red

How to handle the "f" word in the title of a song that hits the top 40? That is what faced those who compile the U.K. pop charts when the Dead Kennedys climbed into the pop top 40 in the summer of 1981 becoming the first hit with the "f" word in the title. The song was immediately banned from being played on the radio by the BBC. Some stores refused to stock the single with the title on the cover, while others sold a version with a sticker over the offending word. A helpful sticker provided by the band read, "Caution: You are the victim of yet another stodgy retailer afraid to warp your mind by revealing the title of this record so peel slowly and see..." Charts listed the song as "Too Drunk To."

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Dire Straits - "Money For Nothing" (1985)

Dire Straits - "Money For Nothing". Courtesy Warner Bros.

Dire Straits' leader Mark Knopfler wrote much of the #1 smash hit "Money For Nothing" based on language he actually heard from delivery men watching MTV. However, the use of the word "f*ggot" in the line, "That little faggot with the earring and the makeup," offended many. At times, the entire verse is expurgated from the song when it is played on the radio. Mark Knopfler has spoken about the difficulties this issue raises in having it understood that a song is not always written in first person but can be depicting the words of others.

In January 2011, the Canadian Broadcast Standards Council ruled that the original unedited version of "Money For Nothing" could not be broadcast due to the use of the word "f*ggot." However, in August 2011, following a wave of protests, the council ruled that individual radio stations could make their own decisions about playing the song.

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Eminem - "The Real Slim Shady" (2000)

Eminem - "The Real Slim Shady". Courtesy Interscope

In this broad parody, Eminem took aim at a wide range of pop culture targets. Among those are the fear of explicit language in a pop song. The result is a range of edited versions of the song and the video depending on which of the smorgasbord of offending words someone finds most offensive. The video below does eliminate some of the most objectionable words. When the dust settled, this became Eminem's first top 5 pop hit. The recording also won a Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance.

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The catchy hooks and infectious beats of pop songs have the power to unite people from different backgrounds, transcending language barriers and creating a sense of shared experience.Pop music has always been a major influence on fashion trends because of its widespread appeal.

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The repetitive popping action offers a calming effect and can help redirect restless energy,lighting up different areas of the brain and often encouraging the release of dopamine, making us feel happier and more connected to the music

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Social media use exposes teens to cyberbullying, body image issues, and tech addiction, and results in less time spent doing healthy, real-world activities. Moreover, the addictive qualities of social media can prime the brain for addiction to substances.

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Research suggests that pop music can have a calming effect on babies, potentially reducing stress and promoting relaxation. Here are some ways pop music may impact stress in babies:

pop music often features catchy, simple melodies that can create a soothing atmosphere, helping to calm a fussy baby.

2. Rhythmic entrainment: The consistent beat in pop music can synchronize with a baby's heartbeat, promoting a sense of security and stability.

3. Mood association: Babies can associate the upbeat and cheerful nature of pop music with positive emotions, helping to improve their mood and reduce stress.

1. 4. Masking background noise: Pop music can serve as a pleasant distraction, masking background noises that might be overstimulating or stressful for babies.

5. Parent-baby bonding: Singing or dancing to pop music with your baby can foster a sense of connection and closeness, reducing stress and promoting a sense of security.

However, it's essential to note that every baby is unique, and what works for one may not work for another. Some babies might find pop music overstimulating or prefer other types of music, like classical or nature sounds.

Remember to play music at a comfortable volume and observe your baby's cues to ensure they're enjoying the experience!

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Why is Chinese pop music so terrible? I want to enjoy the uniqueness China can bring, but most unique things here seem to have a hard time getting traction.

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The youthful section of the society is particularly taken by KPOP. They actively support their favourite groups by buying merch, organising fan festivals and even participating in promotional events organised by the entertainment agencies. This embeds a sense of team spirit in them. Mingling with like-minded people from different social groups makes them more open minded and accepting even in their lives outside of KPOP. They exchange their views, talk about their own culture and learn about others’. They are more confident in expressing themselves and their culture as well as accepting others’. This knowledge also comes in handy when they start working for multinational organisations. The agencies and artists also make sure to integrate other cultures in their art pieces to cater to their diverse fan base. KPOP has also become an incentive for people to learn Korean, so as to not be lost in the lyrics and feel closer to their favourite idols. Learning a new language has always been considered a positive feat and it adds another feather to their career hat.

Most of the KPOP stans condemn racism and even educate the people around them. The recent Black Lives Movement has proved the active participation and support the KPOP community shows towards the events outside their area of interest. Some even went extra mile to ask their idols and agencies to use their presence and support the cause. They used their influence on social media, putting aside the fan wars to voice the plight of black people. This clearly shows that they are aware of differences in culture and understand the sensitivity it brings. Even the artists from time to time promote positive ideas and come forward when required. They use their music to spread love and positive vibes. KPOP also helps people’s inner artists come out and show their appreciation for their favourite idols. They make various fan arts, write fan fictions, and even make remixes of their favourite songs. It induces them to learn art that may or may not be completely outside their career prospects.

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Rap and hip-hop came into being at a time when African-American communities in New York City and elsewhere were being neglected by municipal governments and falling into poverty. Rap music gave a voice and an empowering sense of identity to young people who felt like no one was listening to them. The language used is not just coarse but profoundly damaging, embedding harmful stereotypes and dangerous behaviors into the consciousness of impressionable listeners like my young grandchildren, who are increasingly exposed to this kind of so-called entertainment and content.  The fact that rappers create explicit, violent lyrics against women to assert dominance over them and prove their authenticity as gangsters is not for me.

Women are routinely depicted as objects for male pleasure, their worth reduced to their physical appearance and sexual availability. Yes, this also happened when I was younger, but it was never like it is today. There were no curse words in the music that I grew up listening to. Today, the words that rhyme with witch with a B and door with a W are the norm.

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The toxic influence of social media and gangster rap on young minds

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The toxic influence of social media and gangster rap on young minds

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How does background music affects people as they study

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Popular songs have often found the happy medium between happy and sad. Most popular songs remain in the middle of happy and sad. This music can often encourage a feel-good factor, lighting up different areas of the brain and often encouraging the release of dopamine. It allows the music to relate to us and make us feel connected to it

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Background music can have a profound impact on individuals as they study, with both positive and negative effects. On one hand, music can create a conducive learning environment, boosting focus and productivity. Many students find that listening to instrumental or lo-fi music helps them concentrate and retain information better. The calming atmosphere created by soothing melodies can reduce stress and anxiety, allowing students to absorb complex concepts more effectively. Additionally, music with a consistent beat can enhance cognitive function, particularly in tasks requiring memory recall and spatial-temporal skills. On the other hand, music with lyrics or a distracting melody can divert attention away from the study material, decreasing comprehension and retention. Furthermore, music that is too loud or overpowering can cause mental fatigue, leading to decreased focus and motivation. Ultimately, the type and volume of background music can significantly influence a student's learning experience, making it essential to find the right balance to maximize academic performance.

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The lyrics are very poetic and relaxing

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費玉清 Fei Yu-Ching《一翦梅》Yi Jian Mei (xue hua piao piao bei feng xiao xiao) [Official Lyric Video]

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Playlist I listen to for studying via spotify

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Playlist I listen to for studying via spotify

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Studies have shown that teaching vocabulary through pop songs increases students' vocabulary ability and enhances their motivation to learn English.