Abstract

This article presents a systematic literature review on the impact of urban music lyrics, aiming to analyze how these musical expressions influence gender perceptions, the construction of youth identities, and the normalization of violence in educational contexts. A total of 675 studies were reviewed, selected for their relevance and methodological rigor, including analyses conducted in various regions such as the Americas, Asia, and Europe, of which 120 were analyzed in depth. The results indicate that while urban music plays a key role in shaping identities and socializing values among young people, it also perpetuates gender stereotypes and reinforces unequal power dynamics that affect interpersonal relationships in school environments. Furthermore, critical approaches were identified that highlight the potential to recontextualize this music in educational spaces, promoting greater awareness and reflection on gender equality and violence. This review suggests the need for more local research to explore these dynamics in depth and for educational strategies that use urban music as a pedagogical tool to foster critical thinking among students.

Keywords:
urban music; gender perception; youth identities; school violence; critical education