Switched on Pop Made In America: Jay-Z & Toby Keith ICYMI
Sep 28, 2023
Exploring the influence of music on personal and cultural identities through the analysis of 'Made in America' songs by Toby Keith and Jay-Z Kanye West. Analyzing the use of imagery and narratives in country songs. Exploring 'dip thongization' in country music and its significance in shaping the genre's identity. Exploring the commonalities and historical accuracy of Jay-Z & Toby Keith's songs. Discussing American values, religiosity, and the blurred lines between country and hip-hop genres. The history and origin of the banjo and its association with country music and jazz. Discussion on crossing boundaries between music genres through collaborations. The importance of listening to different genres and drawing inspiration from them.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Imagery and narratives in country songs
04:14 • 5min
Exploring 'Dip Thongization' in Country Music
09:40 • 14min
Exploring the Commonalities and Historical Accuracy of Jay-Z & Toby Keith's Songs
24:09 • 2min
American Values and Musical Elements
26:28 • 8min
The History and Origin of the Banjo and the Connection Between Country Music and Jazz
34:08 • 3min
Crossing Boundaries: Music Genres and Collaborations
37:03 • 6min
The Universal Elements of Music and the Importance of Listening to Different Genres
43:15 • 3min