Drugs and the Music Industry: Impact on Physical Cognitive and Creative Decline of Musicians

Abstract

This article examines and correlates the relationship between drugs and the music industry where celebrities both domestically and abroad are closely associated with these illicit substances, focusing on the creativity of artistic work for music artist. This research aims to determine: 1) What influences are caused by drugs in the entertainment industry, particularly in the music industry? 2) The impact on cognitive abilities and physical decline, including physical and mental abilities? 3). The influence of drugs on musicians' creativity in creating songs or artistic works. This research uses a descriptive qualitative method with a phenomenological approach. The results of this study are: 1). The used of drugs in the music industry is a phenomenon that has been ongoing on for a long time. Although some musicians report a temporary increase in creativity due to drug use, the long-term effects tend to be detrimental to their physical health, cognitive abilities, and their creative processes; 2) The tangible impact on the decline in physical quality is very significant because drugs erode the body from the inside out, affecting both physical and psychological health. These physical side effects not only threaten the lives of musicians but can also hinder their ability to perform and create optimally: 3) The impact on creative thinking abilities and cognitive abilities in drug users. Although drugs can provide a temporary boost to creativity, long-term use often results in decreased concentration, focus, and productivity. Dependency on drugs for inspiration can also hinder musicians from creating naturally, blur the authenticity of their work and reduce the quality of artistic output.