Analysis Of The American Dream In The Great Gatsby

The American Dream is the sole idealization that is found in the Great Gatsby. Obtaining wealth in America comes from the idea that hard work would lead to prosperity and the simple pursuit of happiness. F. Scott Fitzgerald has revealed through the Great Gatsby that the American Dream is a popularized misconception when comparing old wealth and new wealth. The song “A Little Party Never Killed Nobody (All We Got)” by Fergie, GoonRock, & Q-Top discloses the realization of the American Dream and how it has been spoiled by the ignorance of social class vs wealth. Beginning with the title, which is a reference to Duke Ellington’s “It don’t mean a thing (if it ain’t got that swing)”, displays the lack of caution with partying in the Roaring 20s. …show more content…
Those type of guest are shown to live in the moment and have concern about consequence at a later time. This, again, reveals the lack of social graces that is tied in with the American Dream. Jay Gatsby himself is a perfect example of the true reality of the American Dream. His social class is lower than his displayed wealth which was revealed when he was hanging out with the Sloanes’. The use of the song in the movie emphasizes the amount of vulgarness exposed in the guests of the party when they are seen jumping into the swimming pool and excessive …show more content…
The beginning of the song leans towards jazz with instruments used such as the saxophone, but as the song progresses, there is an electronic-pop mixed to create a modern feel to the film to fit the party scene. Our style of music compared to the 20s’ is distinct, the song had the ability to still reference the classics that fit the time period of the film but also display present-day