rap

Rhythm and Poetry; rap music is a genre centered around speaking truth to power with style.

Reason First: The Melting Pot of Hip Hop... Wu-Tang Clan
When multi-generations can appreciate your work, that’s how you know that what you have created has lasted the test of time. Enter the Wu-Tang Clan. Their hypnotic beats, layered poeticisms, and evolving and innovative style has moved local officials in their hometown of Staten Island (Shaolin) to declare November 9, Wu-Tang Day. Additionally, the rap collective will also see their moniker emblazoned on a street sign in that part of New York.
By Skyler Saunders7 years ago in Beat
Reason First: Will Remy Ma Move West?
Is Nicki Minaj somewhere drinking champagne, laughing, and popping cheeseballs in her mouth? Her fellow rapper and arch rival Remy Ma has found herself in yet another legal matter for allegedly punching Brittney Taylor in the face. After serving six years behind bars, Remy Ma may seem to not have the bearing to deal with life on the outside. Her willingness to turn herself in is at least a good move. The comparatively low bail set at $1,500 signals that she at least has the wherewithal to post such a relatively minuscule bail.
By Skyler Saunders7 years ago in Beat
Reason First: Soulja Boy's Pathway to Redemption
The boasting and exuberance that Soulja Boy displayed on Instagram posts and at radio station appearances stand in stark contrast with his solemn and subdued demeanor while wearing an orange jail jumpsuit. For months, he had been declaring that he claimed the greatest comeback in the year 2018 as far as the rap world is concerned.
By Skyler Saunders7 years ago in Beat
Pastor Chancellor J. Bennett: Part 2
When Chance the Rapper performs, it is as if he is opening up his scrapbook and saying, “Look how God has blessed me! Here’s proof!” as he flips through. The crowd watches and listens intently like a dutiful congregation as The Social Experiment plays gospel music.
By H. Pike7 years ago in Beat
Pastor Chancelor J. Bennett: Part 1
In a constant “God dream,” Chancelor Bennett–known on stage as “Chance the Rapper”–stands apart from other rappers in his reverent approach to music. While this approach is not uncommon among Christian artists, and other musicians in the religious genre, it is entirely opposite that of most rappers.
By H. Pike7 years ago in Beat
Germany Hits Trap
Trap Music has made its mark on America, while also traveling across the world to Germany. Some will argue Trap music isn't necessarily "Black Culture." On the other hand, it has certainly stemmed from Rap/Hip-Hop. Artists like Nura, Schwesta Ewa, and Juju show you what Trap sounds like, German style.
By Dar'Jae Shyree7 years ago in Beat
The Harsh Reality
To Pimp a Butterfly is a 2015 album from American rapper Kendrick Lamar. This album is regarded as the best rap album from the rapper and one of the best albums to ever exist. Even though the album has a great blend of musical genre from rap to jazz, there’s one song that caught my interest at the time it was released.
By Bass Man Eddie7 years ago in Beat
How 'lllmatic' Went From a Commercial Flop to a Genre-Defining Classic
The year is 1994. The location Queensbridge, New York City. 20-year-old Nasir Jones is fresh off the release of his debut album Illmatic, which, surprisingly, clocked in at a mere 59,000 copies on the first week. While 59k may seem like a solid first week, in 1994, when you still had to buy albums, it was almost nothing.
By Kyle Mantha7 years ago in Beat
25 Nipsey Hussle Lyrics
For those who might don’t know, Nipsey Hussle was an independent American rapper, songwriter, and businessman who got shot and murdered outside of his clothing store The Marathon last month, on March 31.
By 1 9 9 77 years ago in Beat
Elegy for the Prolific Nipsey Hussle, Who Was About His Business
As shots rang outside of the store that he owned, the late Ermias Davidson Asghedom, better known as Nipsey Hussle, represented the Young Black Entrepreneur. Through the channel of hip hop, Nipsey Hussle showed how an individual can rise from the doldrums of the streets, and achieve wealth and prosperity in America.
By Skyler Saunders7 years ago in Beat
The Misunderstanding of MF Doom
"I write rhymes and shit to get money. Other than that, I don’t listen to Hip Hop music. I listen to jazz music and instrumentals, and shit like that."—MF Doom
By Brooklyn Damien7 years ago in Beat
Shortie: Who Is Jozif Badmon?
Joey Bada$$ was born Jo-Vaughn Virginie Scott, and grew up in Brooklyn, New York. He’s a rapper, actor, model, and new father. He does all of these things under his stage name “Joey Bad$$.”
By Azaria Brown7 years ago in Beat