Top 10 Reasons Why Rock and Roll is Not Satanic

Are you all getting sick and tired of that old rumor about rock being the devil's music? It's a ridiculous myth that needs to end. Rock music is not an excuse to be satanic. A music genre is not an excuse to be satanic. Screaming, loud drums, and loud guitar playing do NOT equal satanism! In fact, there are plenty of rock bands that soften the vocals and instrumentals. There's even Christian rock - I'm not joking, it exists.

Do you honestly believe that artists like Justin Bieber, Miley Cyrus, and Ke$ha are better role models for your kids? Do you actually think Nicki Minaj is the most appropriate artist for your children just because of what ABC Nightline said? And just because two little girls sang Super Bass on The Ellen DeGeneres Show?

My point is that we should stop viewing rock and heavy metal as both a dangerous influence on society and a tool of Satan. A music genre is not an excuse to be violent or satanic. I'm not saying that rock is better than all other music genres, nor do I think that way. I'm not really much of a rock fan myself (although I do like some bands like Pink Floyd and Florence and the Machine, and I like some metal bands like Within Temptation and Korn), but I never for a second thought that rock (and metal) was satanic.

So, to help all of you rock fans out there, I'm spreading the word that rock is not the devil's music. Whenever you hear someone say rock and roll is the devil's music, show them this list (and other lists like this on this website). Keep spreading the word. Keep letting people know that rock and metal are not satanic. Don't let rock and roll die.
The Top Ten
Rock can actually prevent suicide

There are so many rock bands out there that create music to help prevent suicide, for example, My Chemical Romance.

I agree because there are so many bands out there that help prevent suicide, like My Chemical Romance and Black Veil Brides.

Rock plays a big part in music
Most rock bands claim they do not worship Satan, nor do they condone Satanism in their fans
Rock talks about more meaningful topics most of the time
Rock does not make you depressed

There have been countless times when rock and roll has pulled me out of a rut. Most recently, it was David Bowie.

Most people don't see rock and roll as satanic nowadays. However, many view metal as "devil-worship." Some of it is, but not all.

Screaming, loud drums, and loud guitar playing do not equal Satanism

Loud and heavy music does not equal Satanism. They are just loud. I can understand if you don't like this genre, but calling it devilish is just plain stupid. If it's too loud, just turn down the volume.

I've always wondered who in this sane world would consider loud guitar and drums as equivalent to Satanism. It's just so stupid.

To some people, loud music equals Satanism, which is pretty ridiculous. It bugs me that people hate rock music for that reason. At least use valid points and don't call it satanic just because you don't like it. Also, you can turn down the volume if a song is too loud for you.

There is Christian rock
Most rock musicians are Christian

Did you know that Dave Mustaine and Tom Araya are both Christians? And they both sing/shout in two of the best thrash bands.

Most rock songs have positive messages
Some rock songs actually depict Satan as a deceiver and evil entity
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Negative emotions can be vented through dark music

Marilyn Manson has said his music was not intended to cause feelings of suicide or violence but to help people work through those feelings.

Rock can serve as a warning against Satanism

Unless the band is truly satanic and says they worship him, you have to consider the fact that non-satanic bands with "satanic" lyrics could be more of a warning against Satanism. Take Disturbed's "Inside The Fire." The song is about a man being tempted to commit suicide by the devil to be with his girlfriend again. It has "satanic" lyrics, but David Draiman, the lead singer, called the song a warning against suicide and shared that he went through that temptation and pulled through it.

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