Answer: So music, in this story, is all about discovery, connection, and bonding.
Explanation:
When Park asks why she doesn't just listen to them, Eleanor says, "It's not like they play the Smiths on Sweet 98" (10.62). So without a Walkman, batteries, and money for the record store, Eleanor's never had a chance to hear them. So music, in this story, is all about discovery, connection, and bonding.
