Rap has become so influential on so many people’s lives that it impacts more lives than ever. Many listeners are teenagers who look up to rap musicians. Teenagers look up to these musicians as role models and use phrases such as “We go party it up!” and “In da hood.” Music glorifying drug addiction, violence […]
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Historically, hip hop artists haven’t had much love from Oscar voters; that changed in 2003 when Eminem won his golden statuette for “Lose Yourself” from 8 Mile. Three 6 Mafia would go on to claim this prize two years later for “It’s Hard Out Here for a Pimp,” from Hustle and Flow. Eminem Eminem, widely
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In the 90s, hip hop was influenced by three main areas. On the East Coast, breakbeats and jazz samples became a mainstay, while West Coast rappers like Rakim delivered complex lyrics. The South had its own distinct sound: from Florida’s bass-heavy dance floor beats by Low Profile to 8Ball & MJG and their trademark syrupy
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Rap songs often begin with instrumental beats that provide rhythm and base structure for freestyling over. Rappers then typically freestyle over these beats before beginning their verse, using this approach to sound natural and avoid sounding repetitive. Ice Cube’s gangsta rap song about his basic happiness stands in stark contrast to its often violent nature.
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FeniFina, one of the pioneers of Desi Hip-Hop, uses her versatile skills and constructive storytelling techniques to tell India’s tale. Her raw, honest raps about life in her neighborhood resonate with audiences across the country and she addresses issues related to inequality, injustice and corruption through her music. Gully Rap Gully Rap is an underground
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Rap music has become a cultural cornerstone, impacting teenagers both positively and negatively. While some rappers may glorify drug use, materialism, and unhealthy lifestyles, some rappers can have harmful influences that have detrimental results for youth. Glorifying drug and alcohol abuse among teens at a formative point in their life may subtly normalize these substances
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From classic g-funk tracks to female rappers spitting hard lyrics, this playlist of 90s hits contains everything. Snoop Dogg made his mark with one song here while Nas was inspired to take control of his career and take charge of his destiny with another one. Public Enemy strikes back against Hollywood’s treatment of blacks through
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Hip hop quickly expanded from its Bronx roots into an international industry in the early ’80s, thanks to artists like Rakim, Run DMC, and Public Enemy who established themselves as popular figures with personas ranging from smooth-talking smoothness to tough street toughness. Ice-T and Sister Souljah used rap to address controversial social issues through music.
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Rappers have expanded the boundaries of rap music. Their lyrics can often be violent and controversial, prompting heated discussions over cultural authenticity and sample use. Gangsta rap is street-level rap that incorporates elements of gangsta culture. Also referred to as Mafioso rap. Conscious rap is an artistic form that emphasizes social commentary and often explores
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Rap music has taken America and the rest of the world by storm since its rise. Though its roots lie within ghetto culture, today it has grown into an industry that spans all social levels and cultures. Rappers use rhyme and storytelling over an infectious beat to tell their tales, from humorous brags to taking