“Many music was degrading to women but I listened to it. Growing up I didn't know how I would fit in, I just gathered that men wanted women to act this way, and one day I would have to, but it would be cool and easy, like the song says. I was wrong, I realized that I did not have to act or look like the women in the videos to fit in. I began to feel comfortable with who I was and accept myself” - Jessica

“I’ve nodded my head in agreement to songs that are demeaning, yet good to work out to. "It's just a song," said a boyfriend once. But it's not just a song. It's repetitive, a mantra. The meditative power of rap seems to escape people. It is important to be aware of this in order to not let it affect you”. - Tabitha

“Sexism has always been prevalent in the music we listen to, and it’s highly uncommon. A catchy pop song may contain underlying lyrics that allude to sexism, violence, o bjectification of women, and many other aspects that are highly degrading. It is important for us women specifically to realize that, this does not define us. We are more than what the media and music industry defines us. It is important to realize that we do not need to act the way pop music says we should look or act like!” -Sofia