This document discusses the impact of the Vietnam War on popular music from 1965-1975. It explores how music both supported and protested the war, with pro-war songs promoting patriotism in country and easy-listening music, while anti-war songs critiquing the war emerged in rock and folk genres. As public opinion turned against the war from 1967-1970, protest themes grew more prominent. The war deeply influenced the progression of genres like rock and fostered greater artistic freedom of expression regarding political and social issues through song.