Why are some people so addicted to their music?

Every time I walk down the hallways at school I see at least two or three people listening to their ipods or some other music device. Then it's the same story all over again in class. It's like a horrible addiction that they can't break away from. I honestly don't get how they do it though, I mean I would go crazy listening to the same songs over and over again even if I really liked them. Sure it keeps you entertained but it is nothing but an addiction and a distraction.

It is also a big problem while driving. I can't even begin to count the number of stories I've heard and people I've seen almost get into an accident because of the music being too loud. It is such a distraction to go by a car that has their music up full blast. I when I have the radio on, I never have the music up very loud because I know what a distraction it will be to myself as well as other drivers. If you ever get into an accident because you music was on too loud and it distracted you from paying attention to the road you'll pretty much never forgive yourself for doing that. And to think it could almost all be prevented by people if they could just take the time to turn down the volume.