Hypocrisy & negative influences in hip hop

Why is it that so many modern artists promote drug use, violence, & other negative/ dark themes when they often do not partake in these activities themselves? The biggest artist I can think of is Future, who has said in an intervew(s) that he no longer uses lean or other heavy drugs but still raps about them. I understand that it’s meant to relate to those who partake & live those lifestyles, but what about all the young impressionable people that are influenced by it? Anyone have any clue as to why this is a thing? Thanks

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