Hip Hop Essays

Does rap/hip-hop music encourage negative behavior? Some people feel rap and hip-hop music encourages degradation of women, violence, and crime. Other people think that rap offers an opportunity for political commentary and self-expression. Also people argue that rap music provides valuable information to young listeners. They feel that it tells the story of the black […]

Tupac Shakur the Tragic figure Tupac was born in New York City, where he attended a prestigious Baltimore School of the Arts as a teenager that helped him launch his tragic career. Later on moved to Oakland California were the gangster rap started. He started out as a second-string rapper and dancer for Digital Underground, […]

The Don of Rap People often complain about how obnoxious hip/hop and rap are. However, those same people that claim these things have not heard the beauty or rawness of what rap truly stems from, emotion. Tupac Amaru Shakur brings an emotion in his music and through that emotion he brings a heavy influence to […]

Originally from Marcy Houses housing project in the Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood of Brooklyn in New York City,[9] Jay-Z was abandoned by his father Adnes Reeves and shot his brother in the shoulder for stealing his jewelry[10] when he was twelve years old. [11] Jay-Z attended Eli Whitney High School in Brooklyn, along with rapper AZ, until […]

It is common to hear hip-hop and rap music played on local radio stations these days, but have you ever really taken the time to listen to some of the lyrics? You might be shocked at what is really being said behind those catchy rhythms. Lots of hip-hop and rap songs that are sung by […]

Xuexing Liu, an associate professor of Japanese, delves into the impact of hip hop on Japanese youth culture in his article titled “The Hip Hop Impact on Japanese Youth Culture”. He provides numerous examples throughout the article, demonstrating his extensive knowledge of Japanese society’s customs and traditions. As a sociologist, Liu aims to impart knowledge […]

Since the 1990s, teenagers have increasingly embraced rap music because of its catchy beats and thought-provoking lyrics. T.I., whose real name is Clifford Harris, has gained recognition in the rap industry for his ability to connect with inner-city teenagers through his music. His lyrics mirror the harsh realities that these teens encounter, striking a chord […]

However, he remained an excellent student and athlete, Knight went to college on a sports scholarship, and played football as a replacement player for the ‘Oakland Raiders’ during the ‘NFG strike of the early 1 ass’s. He then retired from professional sports and entered the music Industry as a celebrity bodyguard, working for Bobby Brown […]

In the Solo Recital Essay, various repeated sounds and notes were present throughout the performance. The tempo was determined by the song being played, with faster tempos and short notes present during upbeat moments and slower tempos with longer notes during more serious portions. Despite featuring two instruments, the violin and piano, the texture remained […]

It all started with the birth of a nation. The shameful crimes that build this country rest on the backs of an enslaved people, yesterday in chains and with laws and today behind bars and within socialization. The tale is as old as our time. The first slaves were brought to the Virginia Colony in […]

Understanding the genre of Hip-hop requires knowledge of its origin, evolution, and impact on today’s society. Hip-hop, a controversial subject, has existed for several decades. It is commonly debated whether it promotes hate and violence or self-belief and addresses social and political issues. Critics argue that negative lyrics in rap and hip-hop music can harm […]

A Disc Jockey is an individual who utilizes compact discs, vinyl, or tape to play pre-recorded songs according to their personal preference. Dj’s can be found at various locations such as weddings, nightclubs, school parties and radio shows, and the music genre they choose to play is determined by the audience and their personal preference. […]

Tupac Shakur 1971-1996 Born: June 16, 1971 in New York, New York, United States Died: September 13, 1996 in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Ethnicity: African American Occupation: Rap Musician, Musician, Actor “Don’t shed a tear for me … / I ain’t happy here / I hope they bury me and send me to my […]

Through the years, hip hop has evolved not just as a popular music genre but as an emergent subculture in American society.  Although it may be considered by many as a combination of other cultural forms, most of these are of purely African and Caribbean origins, the ultimate result of such melding cannot be argued […]

In his 1995 study, Floyd explores how political, social, and artistic influences have affected the growth and occasional lack of progress in African-American music (p.11). This research intends to examine the continuous development and advancement of African-American music from its beginnings in slavery to the rise of hip-hop. History In the 17th century, slave owners […]

Hip-Hop, a relatively new cultural movement with global reach, draws its roots from earlier Black North American history during the era of enslavement. Often mistaken as solely a music genre, Hip-Hop is actually a comprehensive culture that encompasses dance, “deejaying,” visual art (especially graffiti), and rap. Within this broader culture, rap serves as an artistic […]

In her article “In Defense of Hip-Hop,” Cathleen Rountree highlights the unjust blame placed on hip-hop for promoting violence by various self-righteous entities, including Congress. Drawing a comparison, Rountree equates the statement “Hip Hop made me do it” with Flip Wilson’s well-known phrase “The Devil made me do it!” Furthermore, she shares her own change […]

Crystal Smith asserts that within the realm of hip-hop culture, black women frequently face mistreatment and defacement, leading to a notable absence of respect from the industry. This mistreatment can be observed through various channels such as music video production and song lyrics. Often referred to as “Video Vixens,” these women typically commence their professional […]

Abel Tesfaye (born February 16, 1990), better known by his stage name The Weeknd, is an R&B Canadian recording artist and record producer of Ethiopian descent. Songs recorded under The Weeknd uploading them to YouTube in late 2010, though the identity of the individual behind the project was initially unknown.  In March 2011, The Weeknd […]

Fiasco, along with rappers Common, Mos Def, and Talib Kweli, has been credited as a pioneer of the conscious hip hop movement, which focuses on social issues. Subjects touched upon on Lupe Fiasco’s Food & Liquor include absent parents, terrorism, Islam and religion, war, and prostitution. Fiasco attributes his interest in social issues to his […]

Born on May 5, 1989 in Tappahannock, Virginia, Christopher Maurice didn’t foresee his future dominance of the RnB and hip hop music charts. His early years were immersed in the soulful rhythms of his parents’ music records which eventually ignited his passion for hip-hop. From a young age, he harbored dreams of becoming a renowned […]

Rhythm and Blues (R&B) along with Hip Hop are musical genres that, like many forms of African American music, find their roots in the blues – a genre that emerged from labor songs in the Deep South. These modern styles pay homage to their Blues heritage through their lyrical structures and rhythmic patterns. The upcoming […]