I always listen to the lyrics, even with rap music!It is like someone is telling a story, that's what lyrics are.So if I am listening to some new group or artist (as they like to be called!) I listen to the lyrics 1st before I listen to the actual music! That's why I do love U2 the stories in their songs are so clear and amazing.And also hip hop music like Jay.Z and Enimen especially his last song- love the way you lie.Those are amazing and powerful lyrics!