Synthesis Essay: Music Is A Common Form Of Music

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Music is a common form of self-expression on the internet, especially on social media now as the two has converged. One of the most popular ways of utilizing music online is through memes. Such convergence made me realize how old songs has been brought back for us to enjoy in a different way. For example, the song “A Thousand Miles” by Vanessa Carlton was used in the movie White Chicks, which now is a meme for hilarious throwback memories. There is no denying that the song was a one hit wonder in 2009, but it doesn’t mean that it wasn’t a catchy tune to begin with. The fame for this song has gone down with time. However, the internet brought it back with the scene in White Chicks, of Terry Crews singing the song, racking up about over 3.6 million views on YouTube. There are many examples …show more content…
For example, last year, the song “Man’s Not Hot” by Big Shaq got over 196 million views in just three months. However, nothing he says in the song really means anything. He seems to be trying to rap, but it sounds like he’s just making noises with his mouth. I know that Big Shaq is an alter ego made by Michael Dapaah, a comedian, yet through many memes that surfaced after the release of his rap, he became known as a rapper instead of a comedian to the public. That association brings down the appreciation that the music-making process deserves. Not just that one song but also songs like “Gucci Gang” by Lil Pump and “It’s Everyday Bro” by Jake Paul that make other talented music producers seem insignificant because of all the recognition they get by spitting words that don’t make sense and simply riding that trendy wave of rap culture. Although it infuriates me to have some of these “artists” bring down the hip hop culture from back in the days, it cultivated my desire to make music of real quality and with meaning that doesn’t revolve around money, sex and