PMRC
The Parents Music Resource Center, commonly known as the PMRC, was an American organization founded in 1985 by Tipper Gore and other prominent political figures' wives. Its primary objective was to combat what it perceived as the growing problem of explicit lyrical content in popular music. The PMRC argued that certain songs contained sexually explicit, violent, or drug-related themes that were harmful to children and adolescents.
The organization's most significant action was lobbying for increased parental guidance and censorship of music. This
In response to the pressure, the music industry voluntarily adopted the "Parental Advisory: Explicit Lyrics" sticker
The PMRC's influence waned over time as public discourse shifted and the music industry adapted. However, its