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Embracing Vulnerability Again? While some artists and creators push back—Billy Eilish’s dark and emotional music, for instance—these efforts are often silenced or dismissed. The mainstream prefers surface-level entertainment that avoids discomfort or genuine introspection.
Potential for Reversal: Some proponents believe that trends like TikTok crying videos or renewed interest in emotionally raw music could signal a renaissance of authenticity, but societal forces remain resistant to true vulnerability.