Dirty Water [The Standells]

Urban Legend

An urban legend (sometimes contemporary legend, modern legend, urban myth, or urban tale) is a genre of folklore comprising claims or stories circulated as true, especially as having happened to a "friend of a friend" or a family member, often with horrifying, humorous, or cautionary elements. These legends can be entertaining but often concern mysterious peril or troubling events, such as disappearances and strange objects or entities. Urban legends may confirm moral standards, reflect prejudices, or be a way to make sense of societal anxieties. In the past, urban legends were most often circulated orally; however, they can also be spread by any media. This includes newspapers, mobile news apps, e-mail, and most often, social media. Some urban legends have p… more »