Although music is something that flows through our ears quite naturally and is free, the way in which we want to experience that sound may not be. A platform like YouTube is free for everyone, and we can share sounds and music that way, bit having a deluxe album on your iTunes is not. Going to a Billie Eilish concert is not. Having a limited addition record in your bedroom is not. The music itself cannot be bought, but the vessel it comes in can, and for good reason. In my paper, I will be discussing why free music and paid music experience is distinguished rightfully so, and how whilst paid music sharing platforms and experience are necessary, free music files are as well.

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