Hip-Hop fans of traditional rap hate the “mumble” rappers of today. Why? I think it has less to do with the actual mumbling and more to do with the lack of technique. Rapping has evolved over the years so it’s disheartening to see the genre take numerous steps backwards. It’s an art right?
Fans of mumble rap would say that art can’t be defined. I agree but if this art doesn’t build or improve upon what came before…well what are we really talking about? That’s where understanding plays a major role. What is rapping? As an hip-hop artist, do you care about your lyrics? What and how are you trying to convey your message?
Do you have a message?
Here is an excellent video I discovered a while back produced by Vox.com and researched by Martin Connor of Rapanaysis.com. It takes a deep dive into the evolution and complexity of rapping. Whether you are a “old head” or “millennial”, you WILL look at rap differently after watching this. Enjoy!
