Music is often something individuals use to express their individuality. It is a fabulous outlet and continually evokes emotional responses. It makes sense then that teenagers listen to such large amounts of it. However you may want to be a bit more choosy when it comes to what you listen to, because according to this article, an individual's taste in music is largely determined by what they listened to in their teen years.
- For example, if they are subjected to country music by their parents and listen to hard rock in rebellion, they'll Likely develop an affinity for both genres later in life. If they listen to lots of pop, they'll prefer the elements showcased in that music, for example the prominent use of vocal harmonies, a certain key, or an instrument used frequently during that age, in music they hear later down the road.
According to the article hyperlinked above, our tastes in music are almost completely set by age 18-20. As a result of this, I'm compelled to diversify my pandora portfolio in an effort to not be so finicky in the future. Are you also feeling this way after finding this out? Do you have any counterexamples? Other thoughts?