Part one of term paper
Violence, Corruption, and Wealth: The Connections Made in Today’s Popular Culture Today’s society is no stranger to violence and corruption. We see it in our streets, on our television and movie screens, and we hear it in music. However, as we move closer and closer to the 21st Century, a clearer connection is being made between t ...

Part two of term paper
... biggest cravings: money and violence. In the novel The Great Gatsby, corruption is a main theme and is used as a gateway to wealth and fame. As the plot unfolds, the main characters get caught in a tangled web of adulterous affairs coupled with underhanded schemes and mischief which as they become richer and further their personal social status. Music reflects the times. In the 60’s and 70’s, musicians preached peace and empathy towards the human race. In the 80’s music was a for ...