questions regarding art and music

before i became a muslim i was very into drawing portraits of people. however since i have been told it is haram to do so, but through my research i have found people have very mixed feelings regarding it. what is your opinion on it? are their exceptions to this rule, or should i give up portrait drawing completely and focus on inanimate things?

also, i know music is haram, but is it ok to listen to acapella versions of mainstream songs?

sister.

I agree with the advise that brother Muhammad has given in another thread regarding music for new Muslims .

Muhammad said:

If the issue is causing you confusion, focus on building the foundation first - learn about the Islamic creed and the pillars of Islam and eemaan. As you do this, (if Allah wills) everything else will fall into place. Take things one step at a time.

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Take things easy :ia:. Learn how to pray step by step, learn basics of Islam and stay in company of other Muslim sisters in your area.