Teen Gothic

I love Gothic history and fashion! I listen to some of the music (only more popular ones like, the cure). I love the bold makeup and the wild hair. But the culture and rules scare me. Its like there is a millions rules I have to follow to be "a real goth." I have to listen to the music, I have to wear these clothes, and if I wear these shoes im fake, blah blah blah.

Why is it like this? Why are there so many rules? What do I have to do to be goth? Where do I start?