Is Today’s Music Really That Terrible, or Are We Just Getting Old?
Time to come to grips with the changing of the times. Has music gotten worse?

Today's Music
2022-09-27

Do you ever listen to the radio and feel like all of the songs sound the same? Are today's musicians just not as talented as those from previous generations? Or is something else going on here? In this blog post, we will explore the possibility that society is just getting older and we are no longer able to appreciate new music in the same way that we used to. We will also look at some of the reasons why current music might sound terrible to us. Stay tuned!

We all know at least one person who claims today’s music is terrible

We all know at least one person who claims today's music is terrible. They say that the lyrics are shallow and the melodies are repetitive. They long for the good old days when music was "real" and "meaningful." But here's the thing: people have been saying this about every new generation of music since the dawn of time. In the Middle Ages, people complained that music was becoming too secular.

In the Renaissance, people bemoaned the declining quality of vocal music. In the 18th century, critics panned the operas of Mozart and Rossini. The list goes on and on. So before you write off today's music as being terrible, just remember that people have been saying the same thing about every new generation of music for centuries.

A recent study found that people over the age of 55 are more likely to listen to classical, jazz, and folk music than younger people. This indicates that the music of their youth wasn't better, it was just what they were exposed to at the time. The study also found that people who claim to dislike today's music are more open-minded than they think. They just need to be exposed to new genres and artists to find something they enjoy.

But is it really that bad, or are we just getting old and not liking the new sound?

There's no question that music has changed drastically over the years. Gone are the days of The Beatles and The Rolling Stones, replaced by a new generation of artists who often seem more interested in making noise than creating art. But is it really that bad, or are we just getting old and not liking the new sound? Perhaps it's a bit of both. It's certainly true that today's music can be far louder and more aggressive than anything we've ever heard before.

While some of it is undoubtedly groundbreaking and innovative, much of it simply sounds like a bunch of noise. So perhaps we should just accept that music is evolving and that our tastes will continue to change as we get older. Or maybe we should just stick with the classics and leave the new stuff to the kids.



Times change and so does your taste. Keeping an open mind can open your ears to music you might like.

Let’s take a look at some of the most popular songs from the past few decades

And see if they hold up against today’s music

It’s no secret that music evolves. What was popular in the 1970s sounds radically different from what’s popular today. And as each new generation comes of age, they tend to write off the music of their parents and grandparents as being “out of touch”. But is this always the case? Let’s take a closer look at some of the most popular songs from the past few decades and see if they hold up against today’s music.

One song that has stood the test of time is “Bohemian Rhapsody” by Queen.

Released in 1975, this six-minute opus is still one of the most popular songs in the world, with over a billion views on YouTube. It’s a complex and multi-faceted song that features many different elements, from rock to opera to balladry. It’s also a song that has been covered by a wide range of artists, from Usher to Panic! at the Disco. In other words, it’s a timeless classic that continues to resonate with new generations of music fans.

Another song that has aged well is Michael Jackson’s “Thriller”.

Released in 1982, this 14-minute epic redefined what a music video could be. It was cinematic in scope and featured groundbreaking special effects. It also had a killer groove that was impossible to resist. Even today, thirty-seven years later, “Thriller” remains one of the most iconic and beloved songs in pop culture history.

Last on our list is “Smells Like Teen Spirit” by Nirvana.

This grunge classic was released in 1991 and became an instant hit with fans of alternative music. It remains one of Nirvana’s most popular songs and is often considered to be one of the most important songs of the 1990s. While it might not be everyone’s cup of tea, there’s no denying its impact on music history.

So, there you have it! Three popular songs from three different decades, each one holding up against today’s hits. What do you think? Are these songs as good as we remember them? Or have they been surpassed by today’s crop of chart-toppers? There are plenty of classic songs from the past that is just as good – if not better – than anything being released today.

But that doesn’t mean today’s music is terrible, it just means different styles come and go over time

Music is one of those things that's always changing. One day it's all about the latest pop song, and the next day everyone is into rap. It can be hard to keep up! But that's just the way it is - styles come and go, and what's popular today might not be so popular tomorrow. That doesn't mean today's music is terrible, it just means it's different.



The classic hits will always be timeless for those who lived that era. What your favorite music era?

So don't worry if you're not into the latest trends - there's sure to be something out there that you'll enjoy. Who knows, maybe one day your taste will be the 'in' thing. I still listen to the same music I grew up with and for some of us the comfort and fond memories of our classic songs just bring us feelings that can't be replaced by today's music.

Express your thoughts on today's music by sharing this post on social media or among your friends. Let's see how the new generation deals with the opinions of classic songs vs the today's songs.




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