Music can have a political influence on a society. Political campaigns have traditionally used music and theme songs. John Lennon's "Imagine" communicated the globalist worldview clearly and effectively. Toby Keith inspired patriotism and support for the troops with "Courtesy of the Red White and Blue."
Music can impact vocabulary by introducing new words and verbal forms into the language. Snoop Doggy Dogg's trademark, "For Shizzle" has become part of the lexicon of the culture. Terms such as "crunk" and the use of "da" instead of "the" can be attributed to popular music.
Music has been a vehicle to carry messages of inspiration and religious devotion inside and outside of church services. Today music genres such as gospel, contemporary christian,and praise and worship fill the airwaves as well as the churches. Faith is built and strengthened today by songs of cross-over artists such as Randy Travis, Amy Grant, and Sandi Patti.
Music can be the arena in which moral conflicts are presented. Songs are filled with messages about appropriate and inappropriate attitudes and actions toward sex, drugs, alcohol, marital fidelity and the sanctity of life. Artists on all sides of the issues write tunes that reflect their positions on issues of morality.
Music can be educational as well when song writers use literary references and allusions, cite historical events, and include scientifically accurate statements in their songs. "The Night Chicago Died" by Paper Lace and "Pride" by U2, about Al Capone and Martin Luther King Jr., respectively, are two examples of historically-based songs.