Gansta Rap is another form of music and a form of entertainment for our generation today. Placing blame on the artist for creating music as a living, and blaming societal problems on the lyrics they have is not solving the issue, but creating more conflict. Rap music has always been, and will continue to be a controversial issue within society. The main issue is that Gangsta rap has a negative effect on society, and many people believe that Gansta rap is the cause of violent outbreaks. After reading the article, "Colorado Police Link Rise in Violence to Music," from the New York Times, I am undecided on what the real problem is. I am undecided because I believe that the gangsta rap music is influential to many individuals and I also believe that simply because one listens to a certain type of music, does not mean it is the music's fault that crime continues to prevail.
Gangsta rap music is a powerful type of music because it is influential to all age groups. Society is surrounded......
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