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Can music essentially "control" one's mind?

Asked by n_downpour (8points) April 27th, 2011 from iPhone

Music influences us in many ways, but can it actually influence and dominate our thought process? I’ve read many articles on subliminal messaging and how it can affect one’s mind; is this possible through music as well? Much like the debate over whether video games make the player more violent, can music make the listener more likely to do something he/she wouldn’t normally do? For instance, can violent music make one more violent? Can peaceful music make one more peaceful? I find it interesting that external signals could subconsciously cause a change to the way we perceive and react to things.

I have read that video games stimulate the brain and affect emotions in an almost manipulative way. It only seems natural that music could have the same effect, does it not? Music is a large part of some cultures; is it affecting the minds of those who listen? If so, is this a good or bad thing?

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