Blog 8

I'm interested in the use of language when talking about women across musical genres. More importantly how the lyrics are perceived to its women listeners. Is it perceived as a positive message? Is there a "reappropriation" of a formerly offensive term such as using the word "B*tch" in ones lyrics. By viewing this topic from this angle it allows me to combine two of my interests.
1. How words association reveals our own prejudices or affirmations
2. Are lyrics perceived as misogynistic messages or the truth?
In class we discusses how "the truth" is subjective and dependent upon your personal experiences. So, it will be interesting to find out how that translate to lady listeners who hear the less than appealing lyrics directed at them. The music industry survives because of its lady consumers. Obviously, women are supporting the language that may be viewed as degrading. Is re-appropriation healthy or self-depreciating? 

Blog 7

I'm interested in how word association reveals our own prejudice and stereotypes
I'm also deeply interested in misogynistic messages in male operated music and how women embrace or re-appropriate derogatory terms and use them in their everyday language.