In this episode of "The Music in Me," we're diving into the dynamic world of rap music! Join me as we explore the origins of rap from the vibrant streets of the Bronx in the 1970s, through the Golden Age of Hip-Hop in the 1980s, the explosive 1990s with its iconic East Coast vs. West Coast rivalry, and into the 2000s where lyrical geniuses and business moguls like Eminem, Jay-Z, and Kanye West reigned supreme. We'll also delve into the modern era, highlighting the rise of influential artists like Drake, Kendrick Lamar, Nicki Minaj, and Cardi B, as well as the genre-blending innovations of today. Get ready for a journey through the beats, rhymes, and powerful stories that have shaped rap into a global cultural phenomenon!
SONGS MENTIONED...
Rapper's Delight by The Sugarhill Gang
The Message by Grandmaster Flash and The Furious Five
Fight The Power by Public Enemy
Nuthin' But a G Thang by Dr. Dre feat. Snoop Dogg
Juicy by Notorious B.I.G.
Lose Yourself by Eminem
Empire State of Mind by Jay Z feat. Alicia Keys
HUMBLE by Kendrick Lamar
God's Plan by Drake
Savage by Megan Thee Stallion
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