CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION

A. Background of the Study

Teen culture experience a number of shifting trends. Today, "You Only Live Once" is a very epidemic phrase; this concept of YOLO can help you live your life to the fullest, however, not everyone of us recognizes the true meaning of this. It may seem strange to allow this concept to influence our minds. But still, we accept and apply this to our community. Simlpy because we all know that each of us has our own limited time in Earth, and wants to live a life full of happiness and satisfaction.

Before, there was the emo culture. The term emo originated form a melodic sub-genre of punk rock music first called "emocor" or "emotional hardcore". It has evolved to become a well organized slang term to describe a group with particular reference in clothes, music, and behaviors; This traits are being applied by the teenagers to themselves. Because of  the way they dress and adorn themselves, "some youth groups are viewed as threatening," (http://smhp.psych.ucla.edu/pdfdocs/youth/emo.pdf).

The researcher realized that emo is just like an art expression. Teenagers have this kind of expression where in they dress in black clothes, put in dark eyeliner, and listen into very loud music. Emo is also used to describe a particular relationship between fans and a subculture embracin a distinct set of values and behaviors. That's why people shouldn't be frightened by their appearance.

Then there was jejemon. This are the people who spell words unnecessarily eleborately, usually with sticky caps. They are kind of the like "jologs" people except that nowadays being jologs is equated with being game for everything or being low-maintenance which isn't really that much bad thing. Being a "jejemon" however is "frowned upon as it confuses and annoys whoever the jejemon is speaking to," (http://globalvoicesonline.org/2010/05/16/philippines-the-jejemon-craze/).

The researcher thought the "jejemon" is just a fad, something that will cease to exist in the years to come. Beacause of the fact that most people considered jejemons at the recenyt years are the young ones, those who are still discovering their true identities.

It seems that every few years teens develop a teen culture that everyone adheres to. It develops it's own cath phrase, fashion and lifestyle. These teenagers get their culture, gossip and attitudes from Google and Facebook. They are "constantly on, constantly promoting themselves and constantly connected." (http://www.theguardian.com/technology/2011/jun/26/untangling-web-krotoski-youth-culture).

The researcher concluded that teenagers are easily influenced on what is in. "Youth Culture" is the outcome of the process that teenagers, navigating the tortures period of adolescence, go through as they seek a community that's distinct from that which has come before. It is also a period rich in self-expression.

The researcher observes that we are in the middle of such a culture. There is an emerging culture which teenagers call YOLO. This is an acronym stand for "You Only Live Once", this is a very epidemic phrase nowadays to teenagers. This is usually seen as hashtags at social medias. 

The information in this paper is important because it will allow the readers to have an idea on how fast teenagers can adapt to changes. Also to let the readers understand on what is the true meaning of YOLO. Because many are still being puzzled on its true meaning. 

The purpose of this paper is to explain what "YOLO" is and to discuss how its chatch phrases, fashion and lifestyle have developed. Also hopes to open the minds of people who are having difficulties in life, also, to serve as an inspiration to people.

B. Statement of the Problem

This study aims to answer these questions:

1. What are the benefits and downside of YOLO?

2. Can YOLO change one's life?

C. Significance of the Study

People in general. This study will help people to deepen their knowledge about YOLO. Through shaping the minds of the readers by giving some facts that will make their belief more more in a positive way. This will also serve as a eye opener to those young people who are lost, and also to give them wisdom on how to manage their life accordingly.

Media and Social Networking Sites. Its purpose is to keep the mind of the audience more responsible in handling using the internet, and other media sources. The researcher wants to remind everyone to think before you click. Because people are having a fast access to Social Network now a days, that's why they should be aware about the things that they see.

D. Scope and Limitations

This study focuses on the true definition of YOLO. Also focuses on the common misconceptions of the people about YOLO.

E. Materials and Methods

The researcher got the information to the study by gathering references from different resources such as articles, and blogs. Furthermore, the researcher took time in concluding interviews from different people, to take a cue on how they define YOLO.

F. Definition of Terms

YOLO. is an acronym for You Only Live Once.
Puzzled. unable to understand.
Misconception. a view or opinion that is incorrect because it is based on faulty thinking.