Back in the day their use to be something called hip hop. Hip hop was one of the main sources of music in the 90’s and early 2000’s. But the idea and concept of hip hop has been replaced by rap music. Don’t get me wrong, I love rap, but the way that artists are singing these days is an abomination. All that singers and rappers care about these days is music and fame. It use to be music always came first then the money and the fame. Not to mention the STUPID lyrics coming out of these guys mouths. Very few people still have smart lyrics and good beats. Even one of my favorite rappers in the last few years has let money get to him. Lil Wayne use to be a clever well put together artist until is number one single “Lollipop” he has had good stuff after that but not much.
In his recent mix tape that leaked out, I was amazed and pretty astounded by how well he did. But still with his passed performances I am yet to stay loyal to him. More than half of the time rappers don’t even have lyrics, only three words repeated 20 or so times with a cool beat. I recently went to a concert for one of the classic hip hop/rap artists of all time. Jay-Z is an amazing talent, great lyrics, good beat and a all around classy guy. But guys such as Drake frankly are offensive to what use to be great music.
Another great artist is Mos Def, while he is relatively new he still keeps a consistent career and great songs with his partner in crime Talib Kweli and they make Black Star. But you can’t forget the other classics, Nas, Common, Dr. Dre, Outkast, Wyclef Jean, Biz Markie and T.I. (recently released from jail) My point in all of this is to get the word out. Take a moment to listen to what you are playing on your iPod, and start caring about the music and not about how “cool” or “hip” an artist is. Keep those rappers above in mind if your in the mood for great music.
DQ: Favorite Hip Hop Artist?
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