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90s Lolitas Volume 3: Wild Things, Cruel Intentions and Britney Spears (Erotic 90’s, Part 19)

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The Emergence of Britney Spears as a Teen Pop Star and the Implied Racism in the Music Industry

This chapter explores how Britney Spears became a groundbreaking pop artist in the late 90s and challenges the prevailing diva image of female pop artists. It also delves into the racial implications of the record company's prioritization of Britney over artists like Whitney Houston, and uncovers the origins of her breakout song.

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