To Emo or not to Emo?

So I'm sitting here at work today, just doing nothing, really. I think I've answered the phone three times, and every time it was to speak to the owner. The most exciting part all day was mastering the intercom. But anyway, in some idle chatter with my temporary boss, music was brought up. He asked me what type of music I listen to and I didn't know how to respond! I don't listen to rock or alternative, not really. I guess it's more like the punk/emo acoustic stuff. And this brought up the question in my mind; How do you explain emo music to an old person? It simply can't be done! Try it. I DARE you.