Music education has as one of its cardinal objectives, the provision of experiences and training of learners. Such experiences when acquired would help learners to live and contribute positively towards the progress and development of their society. By this, the social relevance of music therefore cannot be overemphasized. The paper titled music and sustenance of human dignity in the 21^st century, examines the definition of music, its importance in the society and its role in tackling the problems of poverty through the training of young minds, to survive and sustain themselves in the society.It also examines its role in sustaining national development in the areas of culture, politics, economy and social aspect. It concluded and gave recommendations that will help in sustaining developments through the use of popular, art and contemporary types of music.