Taylor Swift clearly shows the representation and ideologies of pop music.
Her music is is very conventioanl. She uses catchy and simple lyrics about love and innocence that appeals to young girls.
The way she presents herself is also very typical of the pop music genre. She wears attractive garments that are either brightly coloured or in line with current fashions. At times Taylor Swift dresses in a provocative way, this goes against convention as it is originally associated with rock music. This is to attract the male gaze and appeal to young women who aspire to be her.
The fact of the matter is that sex sells. Pop music has been forced to comply with these ideas in order to be successful. This is why we are beginning to see celebrities in risqué outfits and are beginning to hear lyrics that have sexual connotations. This has lead to typical rock conventions now being associated with pop music, however this change can be seen as natural as music always changes as social attitudes change.
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