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Hip hop Quote by Win Butler

“I think of hip hop as a mass media, radio, MTV thing. It’s been extremely relevant over the last 10 years and rock music is just not anymore—-a tear rolls down my cheek as I say that.” quote by Win Butler
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“I think of hip hop as a mass media, radio, MTV thing. It’s been extremely relevant over the last 10 years and rock music is just not anymore—-a tear rolls down my cheek as I say that.”

Win Butler

About This Quote

Source Interview: Rolling Stone, 2015

Hip hop dominates modern media while rock’s relevance has faded, evoking nostalgia and sadness.

In simple terms: Hip hop is now mainstream, rock is less so.

Key Takeaway

Embrace change, honor past influences.

Themes

culture media music nostalgia

Mood

reflective melancholic

Type

cultural observational

When to use this quote

  • music criticism
  • personal reflection
  • industry analysis

Key Concepts

mass media cultural shift generational change

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does media shape genre popularity?
  • Can rock reinvent itself?
A Different Perspective

Rock still has niche audiences and can evolve.

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