Abstract
The 1970s began the first generation of classic rock. Several established bands were inspired by the formation of the Plastic Ono Band to change their sound and style and rock became the most popular music genre around the 1970s and 80s. Artists were able to insert their ideas and some causes they fought for in their lyrics, because they had listeners who cared. This study will examine how rap eclipsed rock as the voice of the people around the 1990s and early 2000s, specifically discussing U2 and Kendrick Lamar because both have been or currently are activists through and independent of their music. U2 quickly rose to the top, becoming well known internationally, particularly in the United States, because of their innovative lyrics and ability to capture the voice of the people. Their first album was released in the U.S. in 1980. Recently, U2 has become less political and rebellious with their music. Rather than write anti-war songs, they write music that is more bland. Kendrick Lamar, on the other hand, has a fresh new voice, rhyming schemes, ideas, and perspectives that have helped him to be one of the most iconic voices of this generation. This study discusses how music captures the pulse of public interest concerns. Rock’s once active voice has become more passive, and the new voice of the people will be artists such as Kendrick Lamar.
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