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Authenticity vs. Commercialism in Pop Culture
This chapter explores the tension between commercialization and authenticity in the pop music industry, using 'Josie and the Pussycats' as a focal point. It examines how the film and the song 'Pretend to be Nice' portray marketing's influence on youth culture and connects these themes to Avril Lavigne's quest for genuine expression amid a consumer-driven landscape.