“They think of women as a possession...like money and bling. The music also corrupts the minds of the people, saying that sex is not a sacred way of showing affection but merely a hobby.”

-Mariel, Philippines

In our present society, it is blatantly shown, if not subtly, that women are portrayed as “trophies”- like a prize, a bling or of status-conscious men. Especially in our music industry, in hip-hop videos where women are treated like sexual objects for mere pleasure and a factor for boosting a man’s status in reality.

“Also, women begin to feel that they need to dress and act a certain way or they will not be accepted by men and the rest of society. In the end, it is up to women just as much as it is up to men if any change is going to be made. The entertainment industry knows that sex sells so until sales go down or ratings drop, I do not see an end to the current images.”

-Rachel, USA

Nowadays, women really have this feeling that they have to do things in certain ways to be able to catch up with the changing society. And now, if you would not flaunt your butt, breasts and much of your skin, men would not notice you and you would be a laughing stock. It is saddening but we could put a stop to this.

“I'm sorry, but its not about morals here its about money. Pay someone enough and they will do anything. The artist wants to make money, the producers, the writers, the dancers; they all want to make money.”

–Bec, Australia

I know there is a 'profit-motive' thing going on but we should not be selfish enough to think about making money and cause an awful lot of disgrace and immorality afterwards. Put a stripper or an almost naked girl in a scene would surely fire up the video. But it is not all about money. I totally disagree with putting morals aside.

"Even the title "candy" suggests that these women are less than people - that
they're just sweet things there to provide moments of pleasure to these hideous,
untalented, misogynistic rappers.”

–Laura, Dublin

These videos would surely be hits but they are not contributing to the industry, they are establishing an immoral and outrageous world where men think they are gods and things like their “fancy cars”, huge cribs, blings and even “women” as human beings, are treated like possessions and stuff that add up to a man’s status and “coolness." They begin to think they’re all over the world. It is NOT good. If it will continue to be like this, women in the future would be treated like slaves, sexual objects, ornaments or dirt. It’s such a disgrace. Ever heard of the word “respect” before? Because it is what the world needs and what we should have.

xoxo
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