Hannah Montana

Today at the Houston Rodeo, a childhood phenom is singing. That phenom is Hannah Montana. This Disney Channel superstar has risen to the top of the children's music charts practically overnight. Through her popular television show, Hannah Montana, she promotes her characters music and her "double life." Now on her concert tour, she sings as Miley Cyrus and Hannah Montana. Her concert was the fastest to ever sell out at the Houston Rodeo, competing against much more popular acts such as Brad Paisley, Rascall Flatts, and Faith Hill. So why do children flock to her music? It's upbeat and fun to sing and dance too. Why do parents allow their teeny-boppers to listen constantly and spend hundreds of dollars to allow their children go to the concert? Her music sends a clear message of self-confidence and believing in herself. Children need this kind of music to keep their ears shielded from the rap and hard-rock that sends messages of drugs and sex. Instead, Hannah Montana tells them they can be anything they want to be, and to have huge dreams and reach for the stars. When parents walk into their child's rooms, they are very pleased to hear the words "life's what you make it, so let's make it rock....." instead of "the girls come easy and the drugs come cheap." Music is a one of the most popular ways to promote different ideals in a child's life, so lets make sure the music they hear is acceptable and appropriate for their innocent minds.