Stars are constructed, artificial images, even if they are represented as being "real people", experiencing real emotions. Stars are not presented as a ‘person’ but through an image ‘a persona’ Constructed and can be analysed semiotically.
Pop stars have the advantage over film stars in that their constructed image may be much more consistent over a period of time, and is not dependent on the creative input of others. a true pop star does have a lasting significance, and has "brand awareness" amongst a wider market over a period of time.
Many of the so-called pop stars populating the top forty currently have not made a sufficient sociological or cultural impact to be classified as true stars. Stars represent shared cultural values and attitudes, and promote a certain ideology.
Audience interest in these values enhances their 'star quality', and it is through conveying beliefs ideas and opinions outside music that performers help create their star persona. A star may initiate a fashion trend, with legions of fans copying their hairstyle and clothing. They establish their character and personality through songs and performance and will strive for immediate star identity with a first album.
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