ASCAP Pop Music Awards

The transcript discusses the importance of honoring songwriters, highlighting Melissa Etheridge as a notable example. It explores the sources of inspiration for songwriting, including personal experiences and global music influences. The conversation shifts to mainstream music, addressing the market for provocative lyrics and the speaker's preference for more substantive content.

Why does the speaker believe it's important to honor songwriters?

• Because songwriting is an easy task.

• Because songwriters are often overlooked.

• Because songs are a constant need despite changes in music.

• Because music styles never change.

What is one of the sources the speaker draws inspiration from for songwriting?

• Only global events.

• Only other songwriters.

• Only personal experiences.

• Both personal experiences and global events.

Which types of music does the speaker enjoy listening to?

• Only classical music.

• Only pop music.

• A variety of music including global, jazz, and R&B.

• Only rock music.

How does the speaker feel about provocative lyrics in mainstream music?

• They fully support them.

• They are indifferent to them.

• They prefer more fundamental and substantive content.

• They dislike all forms of provocative lyrics.

What does the speaker say about the market for shocking lyrics?

• There is no market for shocking lyrics.

• There has always been a market for people who want to be shocked.

• The market for shocking lyrics is declining.

• Shocking lyrics are only popular among teenagers.