Study: Spanish music perpetuates harmful gender stereotypes

The level of sexism in Spanish music remained relatively stable until the 2000s, with the exception of a peak in the 1970s. — AFP

Music, a reflection of the society from which it emanates, is often imbued with misogynistic lyrics, which can be more or less overt.

This phenomenon is particularly visible on the Spanish music scene. A study published in the journal Cogent Arts & Humanities reveals a marked increase in sexism in Spanish song lyrics over the last 20 years, with a noticeable acceleration in the last decade.