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 Music and Its Commentary on Reproductive Rights Musicians have responded to political events with songs for decades, from Childish Gambino singing about racial violence in the 2010's to Bob Dylan singing about the Vietnam War in the 1960's. One crucial event that happened in 2022 was the overturning of Roe V. Wade, a law that made abortion a federally protected right. The states were given the choice to ban or restrict it if they wanted. As a result, 13 states banned abortion, and 7 states put strict gestational rules around it. As a result, maternal and infant death rates increased, and many women were unable to access care that was vital to their own fertility. This was a devastating event for women across America, and several musicians released songs in response and support.                         One of those songs was Hozier's "Swan Upon Leda". This song is a folk-hymn style in a minor key that tells a few stories. ...

 Lala Land  La La Land is a 2016 musical film written and directed by Damien Chazelle, who had a deep love for and inspiration from Hollywood musicals like Singin' in the Rain. Chazelle tried to bring back musicals by blending modern storylines with fantastical songs and color schemes. The movie follows two aspiring artists, a jazz musician and an actress, who try to succeed while struggling with the competitive Los Angeles talent industry. The characters are played by famous actors Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone, who aren't traditionally known for their singing but more for their humor and charm, which makes the story feel even more realistic. It also deals with themes of love and sacrifice. The musical was a huge success, praised for its cinematography, storytelling, and music that is played to this day.  I chose to focus on the song "Audition (The Fools Who Dream)", the song I think best represents the main theme of the musical. It is used as the emotional turning poi...