To suit my mood, usually.

Most often, I listen to 80s metal (affectionately referred to as "hair bands") because that's what I grew up with. Def Leppard is my favorite band, but there's also Poison, G'n'R, Dokken, Winger, Bon Jovi, AC/DC, etc.

But when the mood strikes I listen to nearly anything.

Listed in no particular order:
instrumental/score music from OSTs (second favorite genre)
j-pop/j-rock
bluegrass (but generally not "country")
choir/a capella
rap/hip hop
r&b/soul
electronica/techno
industrial/rave
pop/dance
speed/death metal (I'm in a really foul mood to listen to this.)
alternative/grunge
punk/ska
comedy/parody
contemporary/easy listening
jazz/blues
70s/disco
classical/renaissance
big band/swing
international (latin american/african/middle eastern/reggae/etc.)
religious subgenres (Gregorian chants/classical Latin hymns)
other (flamenco/ballroom/indigenous/etc.)

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If you've ever thought or said "Nice Guys finish last" and really meant it, then you should probably read this LJ post by DivaLion. It's incredibly insightful whether you're male or female.

From a bumper sticker I like:
"If you're gonna ride my ass, at least pull my hair."

I remember back in 05 trying to get with a latina, I had to subject myself to reggaeton music.

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"Hip-hop was set out in the dark. They used to do it out in the park"

I listen to anything that appeals to me. Usually, a particular band/artist attracts my attention, and then I become a regular fan because of their lyrics, composition or a unique sound.

Also a fan of fringe artists who have success based merely on talent, rather their public image alone.

Jazz music, especially featuring a lot of saxophone: total inspiration.

Classical music because I love the fine notes, and as a dancer, it appeals to me.

And soundtracks to musicals. If I can sing along, or if I'm moved by the story, then I fall in love with them.

I listen to J-music/K-music/Rock/ cause well it's frigin' amazing. They are so unique and their songs are mostly deeper than your average english song filled with love and/or sex like the second post said.
I don't even listen to my homecountry music [spanish] since I'm so engrossed with this type of music.. It's like the beat i was trying to find and i found it=D

currently listening to : Buck-Tick..never knew they sounded this good=D

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shuuu~

Because ... ... ... good question. ^^ I like music which has power and which is unique. Like Pet Shop Boys, Queen, David Bowie, Placebo (the old songs), Cindy Lauper, Michael Jackson, ... I think I love to listen to it because it feels like those people have put their souls into it. Maybe they didn't ... I don't know. But it's a nice thought.

Unfortunately you don't find music like that nowadays ... Somehow it all sounds the same ...

wat i listen to gives me energy, makes me want to do things!

and some other wat i listen to calms me, peace

and the other: is well since i cant understand a single word they say, i cant sing to it, so i can focus on certain things like hw or sleep. and im a fan of those animes!

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They inspire me.
They improve my mood, or suit it accordingly.
I appreciate the artists/bands' creative talent.

i listen to korean rap
because it feels hip and moving like its getting me pumped up
i also like it becuz it isn't as emotional or as sad as japanese music
its more about the rhythm and energy

i also listen to screamo for the same reason

i listen to other music becuz its simple and has good energy
i can't listen to emotional music, it gets boring

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why because i am the president of the student council of course

I prefer Japanese/Korean music over English.
Personally I think its just better.


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shun ito

Because I can.