Sorry to ruin your theory there Tipper Gore, but rap music does not lead to violence any more than watching Saving Private Ryan or Full Metal Jacket does. I grew up listening to hip hop and Marilyn Manson among many other things. I also enjoyed playing violent video games, and have been a lifelong gun enthusiast. Never one violent outburst. It's almost like there's a personal choice involved, or something. Your post screams coded racism. And the fact that you agree with Dave63 cements that fact.