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Hip Hop Tradition AFH 215

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Introduction

Hip hop is an art that was founded by those who lived in the rough streets, and looked for a way to escape poverty. For some, Hip hop was the only solution that would allow people to prosper and help provide for their loved ones. This form of art was very unique as those who rapped were able to express their feelings and beliefs through music. Artists voiced their opinions through their lyrics and allowed their music to reach audiences they were attempting to target. For many years hip hop has grown as new artists are constantly on the rise, however, it is the artists such as 2pac, Biggie Smalls ,NWA and many other groups who have established hip hop. These groups have laid the foundation for today’s rap artists and will always be remembered for their great contributions to hip hop.

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Eazy-E was a well known artist, but was also a very well known drug dealer in the streets of LA.He used this money and became very wealthy and was able to begin the record label Ruthless Records.

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This is my second thought paper, I discuss how rappers did what was necessary in order to provide for their families. Many artists sold drugs in order to acquire studio time, especially crack

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Bad Bunny is an uprising artist hailing from Puerto Rico

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This is my first thought paper, describing how the Latino and Latina artists have a great impact on Hip Hop

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There was great disputes between the east coast and west coast rap industries back in the 90s

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Conclusion

Throughout this class, I have been able to learn not only how Hip Hop was greatly influenced on the west coast and east coast but how Hip Hop came to be. Hip Hop changed the culture for many people living in the streets and was seen as an escape from poverty for some. People used this form of art to express themselves and their feelings behind their reality. Hip Hop has changed many peoples lives and is increasing in popularity each year, due to those from the past who have created the foundation for what Hip Hop is. Hip Hop will always be my favorite art and I am constantly intrigued by the new forms of Hip Hop that is emerging today.