17th Floor Wrap Up!

To sum up my findings during this project, I wanted to touch on the important issues that were brought to my attention. In terms of racial diversity, 17th Floor does nothing to segregate, and if anything attempts to unite audiences of all different races. All of the group members are African American but like to perform hit music that appeals to everyone. If anything, they are more age orientated because they target a younger crowd from ages 13-30, only because that age group defines the popular, "pop", music generation.

Similarly, when discussing issues concerning class, 17th Floor is strictly about performing music to anyone who likes what they do! They're music in no way segregates one class over another and is more based on unity of all people to come together and enjoy their show.

Lastly, when researching a bit about gender roles, I came to similar conclusions as when discussing race and class. 17th floor is mostly a cover band that performs songs originated by other artists. What I have noticed from seeing them perform, they never sing songs that are "risky" in terms of offense. There are some popular rap and hip hop songs out there that objectify women and some that make fun of gay men, but from what I have seen, they never choose to perform a song that would offend their audience members.

I think that 17th Floor will continue to be popular because of these three distinct reasons. They sing and dance to songs that most college kids love around the globe. I think they're smart to not make public judgments or criticisms if they do have something to say, and I believe their intent is to entertain despite any racial, cultural, class, or gender differences.