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In it, Kool G Rap gives an example of this kind of rhyme, rhyming "random luck" with "handsome fuck" and "vans and trucks". [10] Other examples in the book include two syllable rhymes such as rhyming “indo” with “Timbo” [11] and rhymes with irregular numbers of syllables such as “handle it” and “candle to it”. [12]
Rap differs from spoken-word poetry in that it is usually performed off-time to musical accompaniment. [6] It also differs from singing, which varies in pitch and does not always include words. Because they do not rely on pitch inflection, some rap artists may play with timbre or other vocal qualities.
The word "chopper" was first used in street and hip hop slang to refer to an automatic firearm. The word has also been used as an informal word for helicopter. The linkage to automatic firearms and helicopters are the rapid "tat-tat-tat" sound they make. This may have an analogous relation to fast-paced rap.
The Guardian credits rap culture and Black vernacular language as early pioneers of the word, with A Tribe Called Quest releasing "Vibes and Stuff" in 1991 and Quincy Jones notably launching Vibe ...
These artists combined spoken word and music to create a kind of "proto-rap" vibe. [51] Hip-hop as music and culture formed during the 1970s in New York City. As expressed by Mark D. Naison of Fordham University, "Hip hop was born multicultural", gaining influences from African American, Latin American, and Caribbean musical and dancing traditions.
In modern times, with the rise of leagues such as King of the Dot and Ultimate Rap League, most battles are written, with some freestyling incorporated into the verses. This allows for more intricate rhymes and insults. As hip-hop evolved in the early 1980s, many rappers gained their fame through freestyle battles.
At 48, André isn’t near rap retirement age: Popular artists like Jay-Z, Eminem and even his bandmate Big Boi are still making music into their late 40s and early 50s. André 3000 thinks he’s ...
Southern hip hop (Dirty south) . Atlanta hip hop. Snap; Trap; Houston hip hop. Chopped and screwed; Louisiana Bounce - from New Orleans, Louisiana; Jigga music - from Baton Rouge, Louisiana