Cousins are great to look up to when you don’t have any siblings. They can teach you a lot, and they can pass down their interests to you. Music is one of those interests. It’s an aspect that has many genres, and people will introduce you to new ones, and you may or may not like them. When I was younger, my older cousin introduced me to four bands that I still love today.

1. Yellowcard

The only album I’ve listened to by them is Ocean Avenue, and it is their most popular one. I don’t listen to them as much as I did when I was first given their CD, but I still listen to them on occasion.

2. Kelly Clarkson

The first songs I heard by her were those such as “Miss Independent” and “Since U Been Gone.” Her album Breakaway was powerful and relatable. She has evolved over the years and has created many more amazing hits like “Stronger” and “Piece by Piece.”

3. Avril Lavigne

“Girlfriend” was everyone’s jam back in 2007. I also liked the song “Sk8er Boi.” Avril Lavigne’s style has changed slightly from more of the pop punk and rock genre to the pop genre. I continue to look forward to her next albums.

4. Paramore

They are my favorite out of these four, and I think many people have faded away from their music since they’re newer album After Laughter has come out. Their older music such as Riot was punk rock and pop rock whereas their newer songs are more power pop. Despite this, I think their lyrics are amazing and relatable, and I still love the band all the same.