Today's media has targeted artists saying that young children will be corrupted by hearing the words in some of the top songs that are played on MTV. One of the biggest controversies is over the artist Eminem's lyrics. Eminem's multi-platinum selling albums are said to promote homophobia and violence. It has been said that Eminem's lyrics will brainwash the children that listen to his lyrics into becoming violent, gay bashing, rebels that carry guns and abuse women. Yes, some of Eminem's lyrics can be extreme and questionable, but isn't it the parents responsibility to monitor what their children are watching and listening to. Many say that by playing artists like Eminem's videos MTV is sup

Another issue that is brought up is choices. Everyone has the freedom to make his or her own choices. They can be good or bad but they are still choices. The choice to buy an artists record is up to the consumer. The choice to listen to an artist's song on the radio is up to the listener. The choice to allow children to listen to the music is up to the parent or guardian. If an artist releases a record, and someone finds it offensive, it is that person's choice to buy or not buy the record. A listener can change the radio or TV station if a song come on that they find offensive. The artist is not forcing people to listen to their work. Consumers, listeners, and supporters are choosing to listen to the artist's work.

There will always be controversy in the media and there will always be debates on what is right and wrong morally. Many people have different opinions on different subjects and there will always be argument. It is a no-win situation. Whatever you say, somebody is not going to be happy. The media should focus their controversy and efforts towards something that has more

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