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Zapp And Rodger Computer Love Analysis

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Women are exploited everywhere you turn. I always knew that women were presented in a negative light in music, especially Hip-Hop. It would bother me,but not as much as it does now. I am quickly learning how the women are just objects in the eyes of many people. My favorite genre of music is Hip-Hop/Rap, R&B, & Neo Soul. Rap is one of my all time favorite genres, and I love it all. From the dirtiest lyrics to those promoting peace, this music is apart of my culture. Even though rap music is my favorite genre; my favorite song does not fall under the rap category. The song “Computer Love” by Zapp & Rodger is a song that I will forever love. I even jokingly say I want it played at my funeral. Women are not portrayed too negatively in this song,

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