rock n' roll took over teenagers, yo.

When Rock n' Roll was brought into this time period parents immediately started seeing change in their children, and believed it was setting a bad example on them. The people singing the music and the lyrics its self had a huge impact on teens. Three singers of the 50's were Elvis Presley, Little Richard, and Buddy Holly.

Elvis Presley had by far the greatest impact on Rock n' Roll in the fifties. He was known for his great performances and making teenage girls woo over him. He was extremely attractive and talented, which is just what parents didn't want around their daughters. According to Rolling Stones Magazine, "it was Elvis who made rock n' roll the international language of pop".

Little Richard was known as the inventor of Rock n' Roll. He was known for his wild performances, and ridiculous behavior, which only made teenager even more drawn to him then they already were.

Buddy Holly was a song writer, and instrumentalist who was a big star during the 1950's with his music.

Another effect on teens during the 50's was television. Since it wasn't a very popular thing, not many people had a tv, and when they did, children spent most of their time watching it. One big show was American Band Stand. This show was hosted by Dick Clark and started a career for multiple big time stars. It was an afternoon tv show that kids could come home after school and watch with friends, it was a big deal to all of the teenagers. Parents thought that all of this Rock n' Roll was creating bad behavior with their teenagers, and started drugs, alcohol, sex, and everything parents don't want for their children.

BLOG:

http://www.kidsnewsroom.org/elmer/infoCentral/frameset/decade/1950.htm

http://www.empire.k12.ca.us/capistrano/Mike/capmusic/modern/rock%20'n%20roll/rock'n.htm

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