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Do Artists Have A Social Responsibility To Uphold?

Consider the social impact of lyrics: do you feel that artists have the obligation to consider the potential negative effects that offensive lyrics have upon an audience? Or should artists be able to fully express themselves without being concerned with offending or negatively influencing listeners? Why?



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by soupcraze
Jul 15 '01 Reality Check... Everyone...
Read my 'Conclusion'... read full review
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by jeff_wilder78
Aug 05 '01 Politicians have a social responsibility not to waste our time.
The responsibility to instill values in children rests with the parents not with the artists.... read full review
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by angienic2001
Jun 01 '01 They can say whatever they want
A musician has the right to say whatever they want, just like the rest of us do. They are not a "bad influence" on us.... read full review
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by flamepillar
Oct 03 '00 There Are Two Sides To Every Story, The Lie and The Person who Believes It.
If artists want to make records and constantly refer to things that are morally wrong, that's their choice. I just think it's a stupid choice. ... read full review
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by Danae2OOO
Jul 15 '01 You decide what's appropriate for your child; Marilyn Manson's mom will do the same
Leave the artists alone. They're just trying to earn a paycheck (so they can buy some more prostitues and high-grade cocaine).... read full review
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by sadgit
Jun 15 '02 They have a responsibility to the listener's self-esteem
Teenagers look up to these superstars, and these superstars should not in turn look DOWN upon those teenagers and insult them for their gender, sexuality or race.... read full review
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by angienic2001
Jun 16 '01 Religion in music-does it affect people?
Religion + rock = bad idea. ... read full review
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by ericexile
Mar 29 '01 What is Rock?
The only social responsibility Rock and Roll has is to offend.... read full review
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by lansky2000
Dec 06 '01 Under The Influence?
Music, above all other art forms, has the strongest influence on the subconscious, placing the burden of responsibility upon the musician more than any other artist...... read full review
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by FilboidStudge
Nov 15 '00 Take Drugs, Kids!
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by irbykb
Jul 19 '00 Living in America
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by moderngypsy
Jul 08 '01 A Reflection of Life?
No. They don't. And here's why.... read full review
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by Doodlebug
Aug 24 '01 Say anything, that's what you're paid for.
Artists do NOT have a social responsibility to uphold. They are paid for their skills alone, and are not required to be responsible just because they're famous.... read full review
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by angienic2001
Jul 06 '01 This country never fails to astound me
It's my body, I'll wear whatever the heck I feel like wearing, so leave me alone!... read full review
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by Kaurisma
May 26 '01 It's Common Sense People!!
Parents may be the ones responsible for bringing up their children, but we all share the load in making this world as positive as it can be. ... read full review
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