Music

Music is a beautiful thing. Every form of it is amazing, no matter what genre or what way of expressing it. The way it brings people together, and creates a common interest to base friendship on. I haven't really created a friendship due to music, because I don't have too many strong opinions on it. Some of my friends though have created friendships just because they share such a strong passion about a certain genre. It's crazy what music can do. Maybe sometimes instead of criticizing all its faults, we should appreciate it as a whole, and respect people's opinions. Who knows?

BeenerKeeKee

BeenerKeeKee is some kid with a disability who got famous on YouTube a while back by lip syncing to popular radio songs. At first it was funny, but it got pretty old, which he too realized. He then started to actually sing, and even compose some of his own songs. Of course most people supported him, but his voice was horrendous. I would see people on the comments section say that his voice was bad, and people would attack the comment, saying that it was messed up because he had a disability. But isn't messed up supporting someone even though they're not good at all?

Kings of New York

Nas and Jay Z are definitely the kings of New York right now. Being around for so long, and still putting out music, they are livings legends. It's crazy how two hip hop giants are still alive, doing well, and making music. I can't think of any other people who have been in the game so long, and are still making music. Except for Wu Tang Clan, although they don't really get mentioned at all.

Lil Wayne

Lil Wayne has been around for a long time. His music is pretty bad now, as most can agree, but at one point he was actually pretty good. From the Carter 3 back, his career had potential. He had a nice flow, and decent bars, and could've improved a lot. Sadly, he went down the wrong road, and made bad music. I won't lie, some of it's catchy, but I wish he would've stuck to his old music.

Daft Punk

Daft Punk has been around for quite some time, and they never seem to get old. Their recent album was amazing, in my opinion. My favorite songs were Get Lucky and Instant Crush. They definitely have their own type of music, setting them apart from every other electro-type group/dj/producer. Something about their music REALLY sets them apart. Also, their appearance makes everything much cooler. I wish I had one of their masks.

Chris Brown

Despite him beating Rihanna senseless, I love Chris Brown. Especially his older songs, when he was around my age. He can definitely sing, and dance. He has so much talent, although he does some pretty stupid things. The way he beat Rihanna, fought with Drake, and fought with Frank Ocean. I'd probably be mad too if all my talent was overlooked due to the fact that I beat one of America's most loved female singers. After everything though, I'll always enjoy blasting Chris through my speakers.

Rihanna

Rihanna always comes up on the radio, but I don't like her THAT much. She's ok, but her voice isn't all that to me. I find it crazy how much of a following she has, probably because of her looks though, which I don't think are all that either. Whenever her and Eminem make a song, it blows up QUICK. I Love The Way You Lie blew up more than I thought it would. If she really wanted to make a platinum album, she should consider doing a full album with Eminem.

Drake

Drake's often seen as an emotional rapper. Most guys make fun of him, but I like him. Although he may be emotional sometimes, it's good to hear that from a rapper. Someone who doesn't always worry about looking tough, and manly. When I feel heartbroken, and need some rap to listen to, I can always count on Drake. You can't really find that with too many mainstream artists these days, so props to Drake.

Black or White?

People often say that rap is black music, which it actually seems to be. But rappers that are signed to labels usually have to respond to white executives running everything. The executives tell them what kind of music to make, and what crowd they need to appeal to. So is rap nowadays really black music, or is it white music? There's only a handful of rappers I can think of that are white. Macklemore, and Mac Miller, who are independent. And Eminem, who never responded to a white executive. So is hip hop black or white?

Video Game Soundtracks

Just like Movie Soundtracks, there's also Video Game Soundtracks to be put together. Usually games have soundtracks with only instruments, rather than having modern day songs. Although it's only instruments, it's usually not classical. I feel like this would be harder than picking Movie Soundtracks, because of the way you find the music.

Movie Soundtracks

Most movies you hear have a soundtrack. Whether it's classical music, rap, pop, or anything else. I know for a fact there's a job someone has to choose the perfect songs for the movie. I wonder how hard it must be to choose the songs that fit each moment perfectly. I wonder how long it actually takes, and who needs to approve it. Also, to get the permission from the artist to have it in the movie. It seems like a tedious job, but it also seems fun. I feel like one would have to have an extensive knowledge about music though, which I don't really have.

Pharrell Williams

Pharrell Williams makes the best songs on the radio. No matter what he comes out with, it always becomes an instant hit. He's made the songs Get Lucky, Blurred Lines, and Happy hits recently. It's crazy how he can make a song so catchy. I always enjoy hearing him on the radio, and on songs he's featured on. For example, all the songs he did with Snoop Dogg back in the day. I wonder why they stopped making songs together. They should make a song together, that would definitely be amazing.

Illimunati

Is Illuminati a real thing? I see different musicians throwing up triangles, or certain hand signs. I wonder if they're really in the Illuminati, or if it's just a secret meaning that may not be so harmful. Although, I've heard some rappers say things that make me think no musician is actually in the Illuminati. For example, J. Cole once said "Keep on asking me about Illuminati, is you stupid, nigga? Young black millionaire, old white billionaires, I'm sure that they could do without me." And then Kendrick Lamar said "Who said a black man in the Illuminati? Last time I checked that was the biggest racist party." These are valid points by Cole and Kendrick, but I still wonder about it. Does it even affect us enough to be so concerned about it?

Justin and Kanye

Justin Bieber has changed so much since he first came out with  his song Baby. I remember him being a little kid, so innocent and oblivious to social media. I really think he became an asshole because of everyone all up in his business, making fun of him. Same thing with Kanye West. Kanye, in my opinion, is one of the most inspiring musicians ever. The way he produced, rapped, and put together music. Justin and Kanye were obviously influenced into acting like this due to social media always in their business. When you're criticized, there's only so much you can take until you act out.

Lil B

I'm not sure if Lil B's music is serious, or not. I think he's joking most of the time, because no one can be that bad, and think they're so good. I honestly think it's funny the way he puts out his music. I see people getting mad about it, saying he's this and that. I feel like that's what he wants, to get people mad, and have fun. Or maybe he made that type of music with such confidence just to show that kids these days would buy into anything and believe it was good. To me, Lil B's a genius. Although, it does get annoying when people genuinely think he's good..