Think of how much the concept of space travel captivated America for decades. It was one of the main frontiers of television, inspired numerous songs, and created generational defining media.
When America went for GDP and convenience over awe inspiring goals we lost the luster that inspired millions. The same way we look at historical buildings over brutalism and modern shit shows. Innovation died because of capitalism gone rogue min maxing fiat currency over actually building anything.
Or their own chickens have come home to roost. You cant traffick the prettiest girls and pay them off with stardom forever. Once feminizm became the MO, that gravy train came to a halt.
On the music side, the same thing happened, but with the mix in of niggers.