Is America Depressed?

The billboard I spotted on the way to church today.

Grammys tonight, so music is on my mind. From some of the hits:

Do you ever feel like a plastic bag
Drifting through the wind

Do you know that there's still a chance for you
Cause there's a spark in you
Katy Perry - Firework

Don't hide yourself in regret
Just love yourself and you're set

'Cause God makes no mistakes
Lady Gaga - Born This Way

Change the voices
In your head
Make them like you
Instead

You're fuckin' perfect to me
Pink - Fuckin' Perfect

It's not that I have a problem with the all-uplifting, go-baby, 'let's raise your self-esteem', 'cuz we're awesome' message. I love it! Makes you wonder though if there is a big need for such lyrics now.