Driving w/Windows Open = Everybody Wants to Hear My Music

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:It’s just another example of “Me, me, look at me!! Please look at me!”

I feel sorry for the “jerks”. It’s the only way they can me noticed.

You are ridiculous. I’m sure none of these people give a crap if you notice them, it has nothing to do with you at all.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Oh, man. You must really hate me. I have a speaker on my bike, and I have been really into Ethiopian jazz lately. I do hope that others enjoy it, but even if they don't, I can't say I particularly like the noise of cars, so I guess it all balances out.

I do really enjoy, though, when I pull up next to a car and the person has the windows down and is rocking out to something completely different than whatever I am listening to. We often exchange a look and a laugh, and it makes for a pleasant interlude in my day.

So, maybe consider whether you can find a way to appreciate that someone else is having a good time, even if it's not exactly your cup of tea?

Why don't you just invest in some decent headphones?

It's not that other people don't like your music. But sometimes I just want white noise in my car. Maybe I've had a long day, maybe I have a bit of a migraine. My drive home may be my only "alone time" for the rest of the day and I kind of treasure it. Maybe I want to hear the birds instead of your noise pollution. I'm not as aggravated by car music as OP, but try putting yourself in other people's shoes.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Oh, man. You must really hate me. I have a speaker on my bike, and I have been really into Ethiopian jazz lately. I do hope that others enjoy it, but even if they don't, I can't say I particularly like the noise of cars, so I guess it all balances out.

I do really enjoy, though, when I pull up next to a car and the person has the windows down and is rocking out to something completely different than whatever I am listening to. We often exchange a look and a laugh, and it makes for a pleasant interlude in my day.

So, maybe consider whether you can find a way to appreciate that someone else is having a good time, even if it's not exactly your cup of tea?

Why don't you just invest in some decent headphones?

It's not that other people don't like your music. But sometimes I just want white noise in my car. Maybe I've had a long day, maybe I have a bit of a migraine. My drive home may be my only "alone time" for the rest of the day and I kind of treasure it. Maybe I want to hear the birds instead of your noise pollution. I'm not as aggravated by car music as OP, but try putting yourself in other people's shoes.

This goes both ways. Imagine another person having all the same feelings of a long day and stress etc. But she has to go home to her condo where there are strict noise rules, and she just wants to blast her jam for a few minutes to let off steam.

The car is not a quiet place like a home. Sirens, horns, revving engines, traffic noise...it is ALL loud so there is no real expectation of quiet on the road. And it is so brief and you can get away from it rather quickly.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Oh, man. You must really hate me. I have a speaker on my bike, and I have been really into Ethiopian jazz lately. I do hope that others enjoy it, but even if they don't, I can't say I particularly like the noise of cars, so I guess it all balances out.

I do really enjoy, though, when I pull up next to a car and the person has the windows down and is rocking out to something completely different than whatever I am listening to. We often exchange a look and a laugh, and it makes for a pleasant interlude in my day.

So, maybe consider whether you can find a way to appreciate that someone else is having a good time, even if it's not exactly your cup of tea?

Wear earphones. You are a sad, pathetic jerk.

You know what---there was NOTHING confrontational in the PP's post. She just presented another view. Is it absolutely necessary to go nuclear with the nasty name calling?
You REALLY can't find a more productive way to voice your disagreement?
WHat is it like to go through life so damned angry and lashing out?

Come on! That poster is a sad and pathetic “jerk”!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:It’s just another example of “Me, me, look at me!! Please look at me!”

I feel sorry for the “jerks”. It’s the only way they can me noticed.

You are ridiculous. I’m sure none of these people give a crap if you notice them, it has nothing to do with you at all.

Of course they want you to notice them! Otherwise they would wear headphones.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Oh, man. You must really hate me. I have a speaker on my bike, and I have been really into Ethiopian jazz lately. I do hope that others enjoy it, but even if they don't, I can't say I particularly like the noise of cars, so I guess it all balances out.

I do really enjoy, though, when I pull up next to a car and the person has the windows down and is rocking out to something completely different than whatever I am listening to. We often exchange a look and a laugh, and it makes for a pleasant interlude in my day.

So, maybe consider whether you can find a way to appreciate that someone else is having a good time, even if it's not exactly your cup of tea?

Why don't you just invest in some decent headphones?

It's not that other people don't like your music. But sometimes I just want white noise in my car. Maybe I've had a long day, maybe I have a bit of a migraine. My drive home may be my only "alone time" for the rest of the day and I kind of treasure it. Maybe I want to hear the birds instead of your noise pollution. I'm not as aggravated by car music as OP, but try putting yourself in other people's shoes.

This goes both ways. Imagine another person having all the same feelings of a long day and stress etc. But she has to go home to her condo where there are strict noise rules, and she just wants to blast her jam for a few minutes to let off steam.

The car is not a quiet place like a home. Sirens, horns, revving engines, traffic noise...it is ALL loud so there is no real expectation of quiet on the road. And it is so brief and you can get away from it rather quickly.

I don't understand. Why can't you "blast your jam" with headphones?

[Anonymous]

It is incredibly unsafe o wear headphones while driving (and in many jurisdictions,) or biking. Heck, it's not a great idea while running.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Oh, man. You must really hate me. I have a speaker on my bike, and I have been really into Ethiopian jazz lately. I do hope that others enjoy it, but even if they don't, I can't say I particularly like the noise of cars, so I guess it all balances out.

I do really enjoy, though, when I pull up next to a car and the person has the windows down and is rocking out to something completely different than whatever I am listening to. We often exchange a look and a laugh, and it makes for a pleasant interlude in my day.

So, maybe consider whether you can find a way to appreciate that someone else is having a good time, even if it's not exactly your cup of tea?

Why don't you just invest in some decent headphones?

It's not that other people don't like your music. But sometimes I just want white noise in my car. Maybe I've had a long day, maybe I have a bit of a migraine. My drive home may be my only "alone time" for the rest of the day and I kind of treasure it. Maybe I want to hear the birds instead of your noise pollution. I'm not as aggravated by car music as OP, but try putting yourself in other people's shoes.

PP here (the "sad pathetic jerk"): As of January 1, it is actually illegal to wear earphones while riding a bike. I don't have the DC Code cite handy, but this was one of many new laws that went into effect this year. There is a good reason for this--biking or driving with headphones on is not safe, because it limits your ability to hear what is going on around you. But, also, as mentioned above, I enjoy the many positive interactions I have every day because of my music and the music of those around me. For every person like OP, there is another person who tells me how much they like some song I am playing, how it reminds them of some fond memory, and or just nods their head along to the beat. If we all go around with headphones on and our windows rolled up it is really, really easy to stop having the kind of basic interactions with those around us that remind us we are all human beings, not "us" and "them." For those who just want some silence and peace, those of you in cars can just roll up your windows and put some white noise on your stereo. Respectfully, I do not think it is reasonable to expect city streets to provide you with the kind of calm you are seeking (which I totally get). That said, my little bike speaker is much less powerful than some car stereos, which no amount of window rolling will protect you from, so that may be a different case.

[Anonymous]

Meant to say illegal in many jurisdictions to wear buds are headphones while driving.And even where it is legal, it isn't safe.
https://drivinglaws.aaa.com/tag/headsets/

[Anonymous]

I drive with my windows down, even in 95 degree weather. I also play music and turn it down when I'm at a light. Once it's green the volume goes back up. I'm definitely not "look at me", I'm playing old 80s music and totally not cool in my minivan. I simply like music and open windows.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I drive with my windows down, even in 95 degree weather. I also play music and turn it down when I'm at a light. Once it's green the volume goes back up. I'm definitely not "look at me", I'm playing old 80s music and totally not cool in my minivan. I simply like music and open windows.

Does OP's Maryland driver think s/he is cool driving a Prius?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Oh, man. You must really hate me. I have a speaker on my bike, and I have been really into Ethiopian jazz lately. I do hope that others enjoy it, but even if they don't, I can't say I particularly like the noise of cars, so I guess it all balances out.

I do really enjoy, though, when I pull up next to a car and the person has the windows down and is rocking out to something completely different than whatever I am listening to. We often exchange a look and a laugh, and it makes for a pleasant interlude in my day.

So, maybe consider whether you can find a way to appreciate that someone else is having a good time, even if it's not exactly your cup of tea?

Why don't you just invest in some decent headphones?

It's not that other people don't like your music. But sometimes I just want white noise in my car. Maybe I've had a long day, maybe I have a bit of a migraine. My drive home may be my only "alone time" for the rest of the day and I kind of treasure it. Maybe I want to hear the birds instead of your noise pollution. I'm not as aggravated by car music as OP, but try putting yourself in other people's shoes.

PP here (the "sad pathetic jerk"): As of January 1, it is actually illegal to wear earphones while riding a bike. I don't have the DC Code cite handy, but this was one of many new laws that went into effect this year. There is a good reason for this--biking or driving with headphones on is not safe, because it limits your ability to hear what is going on around you. But, also, as mentioned above, I enjoy the many positive interactions I have every day because of my music and the music of those around me. For every person like OP, there is another person who tells me how much they like some song I am playing, how it reminds them of some fond memory, and or just nods their head along to the beat. If we all go around with headphones on and our windows rolled up it is really, really easy to stop having the kind of basic interactions with those around us that remind us we are all human beings, not "us" and "them." For those who just want some silence and peace, those of you in cars can just roll up your windows and put some white noise on your stereo. Respectfully, I do not think it is reasonable to expect city streets to provide you with the kind of calm you are seeking (which I totally get). That said, my little bike speaker is much less powerful than some car stereos, which no amount of window rolling will protect you from, so that may be a different case.

Why don't you wear headphones in your house, then, and "blast out" then?

I actually reject the idea that we have to accept noise pollution everywhere, at all times, outside of the home. It's unhealthy. As electric cars become more prevalent, quiet is indeed going to become possible. You dono't have to play your music so loud that people outside your car can hear it. And using a speaker on a bike is just dumb. I actually frequently walk around without any headphones to work and everywhere I look, people are either wearing headphones or blasting music. I don't think this encourages "basic interactions" with the people around you.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:It’s just another example of “Me, me, look at me!! Please look at me!”

I feel sorry for the “jerks”. It’s the only way they can me noticed.

You are ridiculous. I’m sure none of these people give a crap if you notice them, it has nothing to do with you at all.

When a car pulls into a gas station with lots of pumps and the windows are down and the music is blaring and the bass is vibrating and all the other folks pumping gas at multiple islands look up, the driver absolutely knows what he's doing, doesn't care if it's bothering others, and does want to be noticed.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Oh, man. You must really hate me. I have a speaker on my bike, and I have been really into Ethiopian jazz lately. I do hope that others enjoy it, but even if they don't, I can't say I particularly like the noise of cars, so I guess it all balances out.

I do really enjoy, though, when I pull up next to a car and the person has the windows down and is rocking out to something completely different than whatever I am listening to. We often exchange a look and a laugh, and it makes for a pleasant interlude in my day.

So, maybe consider whether you can find a way to appreciate that someone else is having a good time, even if it's not exactly your cup of tea?

Why don't you just invest in some decent headphones?

It's not that other people don't like your music. But sometimes I just want white noise in my car. Maybe I've had a long day, maybe I have a bit of a migraine. My drive home may be my only "alone time" for the rest of the day and I kind of treasure it. Maybe I want to hear the birds instead of your noise pollution. I'm not as aggravated by car music as OP, but try putting yourself in other people's shoes.

PP here (the "sad pathetic jerk"): As of January 1, it is actually illegal to wear earphones while riding a bike. I don't have the DC Code cite handy, but this was one of many new laws that went into effect this year. There is a good reason for this--biking or driving with headphones on is not safe, because it limits your ability to hear what is going on around you. But, also, as mentioned above, I enjoy the many positive interactions I have every day because of my music and the music of those around me. For every person like OP, there is another person who tells me how much they like some song I am playing, how it reminds them of some fond memory, and or just nods their head along to the beat. If we all go around with headphones on and our windows rolled up it is really, really easy to stop having the kind of basic interactions with those around us that remind us we are all human beings, not "us" and "them." For those who just want some silence and peace, those of you in cars can just roll up your windows and put some white noise on your stereo. Respectfully, I do not think it is reasonable to expect city streets to provide you with the kind of calm you are seeking (which I totally get). That said, my little bike speaker is much less powerful than some car stereos, which no amount of window rolling will protect you from, so that may be a different case.

Why don't you wear headphones in your house, then, and "blast out" then?

I actually reject the idea that we have to accept noise pollution everywhere, at all times, outside of the home. It's unhealthy. As electric cars become more prevalent, quiet is indeed going to become possible. You dono't have to play your music so loud that people outside your car can hear it. And using a speaker on a bike is just dumb. I actually frequently walk around without any headphones to work and everywhere I look, people are either wearing headphones or blasting music. I don't think this encourages "basic interactions" with the people around you.

PP here. I don't know why you think it's dumb to use a speaker on a bike. As for positive interactions, I can only speak from my experience.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Oh, man. You must really hate me. I have a speaker on my bike, and I have been really into Ethiopian jazz lately. I do hope that others enjoy it, but even if they don't, I can't say I particularly like the noise of cars, so I guess it all balances out.

I do really enjoy, though, when I pull up next to a car and the person has the windows down and is rocking out to something completely different than whatever I am listening to. We often exchange a look and a laugh, and it makes for a pleasant interlude in my day.

So, maybe consider whether you can find a way to appreciate that someone else is having a good time, even if it's not exactly your cup of tea?

Why don't you just invest in some decent headphones?

It's not that other people don't like your music. But sometimes I just want white noise in my car. Maybe I've had a long day, maybe I have a bit of a migraine. My drive home may be my only "alone time" for the rest of the day and I kind of treasure it. Maybe I want to hear the birds instead of your noise pollution. I'm not as aggravated by car music as OP, but try putting yourself in other people's shoes.

PP here (the "sad pathetic jerk"): As of January 1, it is actually illegal to wear earphones while riding a bike. I don't have the DC Code cite handy, but this was one of many new laws that went into effect this year. There is a good reason for this--biking or driving with headphones on is not safe, because it limits your ability to hear what is going on around you. But, also, as mentioned above, I enjoy the many positive interactions I have every day because of my music and the music of those around me. For every person like OP, there is another person who tells me how much they like some song I am playing, how it reminds them of some fond memory, and or just nods their head along to the beat. If we all go around with headphones on and our windows rolled up it is really, really easy to stop having the kind of basic interactions with those around us that remind us we are all human beings, not "us" and "them." For those who just want some silence and peace, those of you in cars can just roll up your windows and put some white noise on your stereo. Respectfully, I do not think it is reasonable to expect city streets to provide you with the kind of calm you are seeking (which I totally get). That said, my little bike speaker is much less powerful than some car stereos, which no amount of window rolling will protect you from, so that may be a different case.

Why don't you wear headphones in your house, then, and "blast out" then?

I actually reject the idea that we have to accept noise pollution everywhere, at all times, outside of the home. It's unhealthy. As electric cars become more prevalent, quiet is indeed going to become possible. You dono't have to play your music so loud that people outside your car can hear it. And using a speaker on a bike is just dumb. I actually frequently walk around without any headphones to work and everywhere I look, people are either wearing headphones or blasting music. I don't think this encourages "basic interactions" with the people around you.

PP here. I don't know why you think it's dumb to use a speaker on a bike. As for positive interactions, I can only speak from my experience.

I agree.

I run and frequently use the speaker of my phone to play music instead of earphones. (It's safer to run without earphones.) If people are around, it will probably only be audible to them for about three seconds, because chances are I am running much faster than you. It also alerts people to get out of my way so I don't have to waste my breath asking them to.
Once or twice I've played the song that goes "Move, b*tch, get out the way, get out the way" just for lols.