i had to do a unique essay, and i chose to classify and observe the "Social Caste System" within my highschool. =3
The stereotypical Goth is thought to only wear black, and this inaccurate perception has lead to the misclassification of many. Though inclined to wear mostly black, numerous Goths wear neutral, or symbolic colours such as red or white. A sense of awe is bestowed upon a viewer by their unusual choice in clothing, and in latter years it has increased in popularity amongst teens. This in turn has sprung a new weed in the realm of the Goth--the Semi-Goths, or wannabes. The True Goth is very protective over their namesake. Their style of dress reflects their bold statement to be viewed differently by society, but the Semi-Goths undermine all of this; they reinforce and spread the seeds of stereotypes within the minds of an outsider. Goths remain the natural rivals of the preps even though they do not desire the preps “popular” status--they are protesting the seemingly shallow virtues of the Prep way of life. . True Goths are shy and generally philosophical, and although aloof and distant, they sometimes travel in small flocks up to four or five, much unlike the enormous factions of preps that clog the arteries of the school hallways. Sometimes confused with the “Emo-kids” due to their fondness of poetry—be it dark or not. They like to ponder the universe and search for a deeper meaning to their existence. They are inwardly melodramatic, and outwardly anti-social. The poetic side of a Goth sees the pain and misery that surrounds him or her and still finds a picturesque beauty within it. An under-developed Goth may not yet be able to understand the nesseccity of the darkness around him/her, and these are the ones who slip into severe cynicism, depression and suicidal tendencies. They are the ones who have not yet mastered their gift of seeing the yin and yang of things.
The stereotypical Goth is thought to only wear black, and this inaccurate perception has lead to the misclassification of many. Though inclined to wear mostly black, numerous Goths wear neutral, or symbolic colours such as red or white. A sense of awe is bestowed upon a viewer by their unusual choice in clothing, and in latter years it has increased in popularity amongst teens. This in turn has sprung a new weed in the realm of the Goth--the Semi-Goths, or wannabes. The True Goth is very protective over their namesake. Their style of dress reflects their bold statement to be viewed differently by society, but the Semi-Goths undermine all of this; they reinforce and spread the seeds of stereotypes within the minds of an outsider. Goths remain the natural rivals of the preps even though they do not desire the preps “popular” status--they are protesting the seemingly shallow virtues of the Prep way of life. . True Goths are shy and generally philosophical, and although aloof and distant, they sometimes travel in small flocks up to four or five, much unlike the enormous factions of preps that clog the arteries of the school hallways. Sometimes confused with the “Emo-kids” due to their fondness of poetry—be it dark or not. They like to ponder the universe and search for a deeper meaning to their existence. They are inwardly melodramatic, and outwardly anti-social. The poetic side of a Goth sees the pain and misery that surrounds him or her and still finds a picturesque beauty within it. An under-developed Goth may not yet be able to understand the nesseccity of the darkness around him/her, and these are the ones who slip into severe cynicism, depression and suicidal tendencies. They are the ones who have not yet mastered their gift of seeing the yin and yang of things.
look in your own highschool and observe the Goth, maybe they change from region to region.this was just what i found in my school...xD uhm...Goth or Gothic.
by jessica Brinkley September 14, 2006
A kickass subcategory of heavy metal that is a combination of goth rock and heavy metal. Usually, but not always, has a gorgeous in sight and sound female vocalist as the lead singer and unfortinatly in alot of cases has a male vocalist who cannot sing but can only speak and growl like a death metal vocalist. But not always. Sometimes the male lead singer can sing or if it is a female and male singer the guy can sing.
Uses keyboards alot and lyrics are typically about religion and God, heaven and hell, romance, horror, depression, bereavement, emptyness, and death. As for an image, they usually have a form of a gothic image but has is not the stereotypical goth look.
Popular in Scandinavia and Western Europe.
Uses keyboards alot and lyrics are typically about religion and God, heaven and hell, romance, horror, depression, bereavement, emptyness, and death. As for an image, they usually have a form of a gothic image but has is not the stereotypical goth look.
Popular in Scandinavia and Western Europe.
Theatre of Tragedy, Within Temptation, Lacuna Coil, Nightwish, Tristania, Sins of Thy Beloved, After Forever and Paradise Lost just to name a few.
by Arm April 23, 2004
These sorry bastards may look like goths, but don't let them fool you. They can be found listening to Marilyn Manson, Danzig, Nine Inch Nails or Slayer and have no idea that real goths even exist.
aka Mansonite or Metalhead
aka Mansonite or Metalhead
by Tailanna September 19, 2003
An artistic individual. One who often has an appreciation for arts, literature, and philosophies. The basic principals stand on this, and virtually this alone. Clothing and music choice have no real effect, as this is more of a more enlightened lifestyle and way of viewing the world. They often don't care about what others think, and are the way they are to not be so easilt categorized.
In today's society, "goths" where black, listen to goth music, and are "depressed". These are false stereotypes. People who consider themselves goths, but only apply to these characteristics, are often called "mall goths", meaning fake goth.
In today's society, "goths" where black, listen to goth music, and are "depressed". These are false stereotypes. People who consider themselves goths, but only apply to these characteristics, are often called "mall goths", meaning fake goth.
That goth girl from my English class seems to be so anti-social, she doesn't even keep up with fashion...
by John January 08, 2004
Often listen to bands like "HIM", "Evanescence" or "Linkin Park".
They have never heard/liked true gothic.
See also, pathetic.
They have never heard/liked true gothic.
See also, pathetic.
by Pedi August 19, 2004
An overprivileged, but ungrateful adolescent who responds to his boredom by dressing up like a vampire.
What a wannabe goth.
by ringgoddess October 11, 2005
by Mr.Vallo February 16, 2011