Islam, Music, And Personal Boundaries
The concern about “constant preoccupation” is mostly about an activity mentally taking over your life to the point of addiction or the neglect of your daily responsibilities. It only becomes a concern if it disrupts your prayers, work, family life, or your sense of priority. Logically, spending time to master a musical instrument is a very productive and high-cognitive activity; it requires deep discipline and focus, which is very different from a mindless obsession.Even choosing music as a profession is perfectly acceptable, as the craft itself is a neutral skill. The only real boundary is whether the content—such as the lyrics or the message—clashes with your moral and ethical principles. If the music is a source of peace, creative expression, or aesthetic beauty, it aligns with the natural human appreciation for excellence. As long as your interest remains a balanced part of your life that adds creativity without displacing your core duties, there is no issue at all in pursuing this path or acquiring instruments.