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Moreover, we've delved into various taboo and mind boggling topics that continue questioning this "truth." Several of you indicated that you were aware of many negatives perceptions of hip-hop, namely "trap music," but hadn't considered some of the uglier areas discussed. While most agreed that hip-hop evokes some troubling images, I imagine several of you didn't recognize the political implications of hip-hop then and now, especially Luke's influences. We've gone from rhetoric to revolutionary rhetoric - "new" sounds that "ain't" hip-hop to more recently sexual proclivities. Our presentations on Monday suggested even more critical interpretations of hip-hop. So, I'd like you to answer this - if, according to TuPac, the next revolution must take place in the streets of black communities, what role to do you think hip-hop should play?
I honestly do not think Hip-hop should play any role if there was a next revolution that took place in the streets of black communities because the hip-hop culture today is a negative lifestyle that will not get any better. In Hip-hop today, it is all about killings, gangs, money, sex, drugs, and women. To me, that is all negative things in the way hip hop gives it to us. We try to live by these lyrics and songs and its just a dream reality. Hip hop should be positive since it has such a big influence on the world today. People try to live the hip hop life which is sell drugs, make easy money, and have sex with a lot of women. That is not how anyone should live! Hip hop needs to help out by getting young people on the right track, like stay in school, get a job, stay away from all the violence and create your own pathway towards success. We need positive hip hop member to be a leader and lead people in the right direction out of the streets in black communities.
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ReplyDeletePersonally, I think hip-hop's role in the "next revolution" is to be the voice. By the voice I mean hip-hop should take the lead and speak out to the black community. Hip-hop has such a powerful influence on the black community and it seems as if it is not being used to effectively help the community. Those who are active listeners of hip-hop music usually, in some way, try to imitate a lot of the things they hear and see hip-hop artist doing. The power of hip-hop artist alone is unbelievable. If these artist were to use their talent and their connections to deliver positive messages and insight to those who are unaware of the different matters in the world. Hip-hop's role in the streets should almost be like the news' role in the world. Unfortunately, many of the individuals in the black communities are ignorant to a lot of things that I feel hip-hop artist could take the time to speak on.
ReplyDeleteI believe that if then next revolution must take place in the streets of the black communities then hip hop leaders should play a major role. The kids look up to entertainer and speakers around the world that's in the music business. The music is to plain now and it sounds the same across board. The major companies that owns these label companies now need to let the leader take a stand, and let people tell their real story. No more only looking at the gang violence, drugs, or sex people lives have more to offer than gangsta, pimp,and thug as Tricia Rose stated. We need more true stories about peoples lives. Another way hip hop artist good help is we need more people involved in communities. What happen to scholarships for the youth, or starting and organization for some vulnerable population? Coming to speak to the youth in schools. Food drives could be away artist could help out we know children are starving everyday. Or, giving money to schools to help with education, food quality, etc. More could be done by are hip hop leaders. The hip hop roles could be more involved into political issues helping educate black men and women in the community. The role music can play could be positive they have to power to influence.
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ReplyDeleteIf the "next revolution" was to take place I believe Hip Hop should play the role of being the "Savior". Artist in the rap industry don't realize how much impact they make in a community all together. Over the years, hip hop has been the catalyst for being able to express the frustration in the black community such as racism and police brutality. Any subject that becomes a popular song is discussed among the community. If rappers were to use this power they have to express things positively such as going to school, kids listening to their parents, etc. then I actually do believe we can see an uplift in the black community. Artist are really poets that take the reflection of the heart of the community and express it in a bigger voice that can be heard. Do I believe Hip Hop can play a major role in a revolution? Yes of course! Our world has undergone many years of changes from economic, social, political and even within the culture. These changes have brought many benefits but- for a significant proportion of our world’s population have created a much darker challenge where people have been left without identities, voiceless and excluded from the population as a whole. Hip-hop is a cultural manifestation of the challenges- the creation of a new identity, a new social structure- a new institution. If there is a “next revolution” I suggest the hip hop industry to wake up and see the ability they have to empower millions and I challenge them to become and play the role of the “voice” to get the message across from smaller communities and let the little voices be heard throughout.
The role that I think hip-hop should play is acting as a unifying voice for the African American community. With everything negative that is happening such as the police brutality on black males especially the youth I believe if hip-hop leaders start spreading the issues we have as a African American community we can began a revolution. Just as David Banner said "Rap music is the voice of the underbelly of America. In most cases America wants to hide the negative that it does to its people. Hip-Hop is the voice... and how dare America not give us the opportunity to be heard". With hip-hop being the voice of the African American community it has the power to address the social, economic, and political issues we face. Tupac peeped the game. He said that America was the biggest gang of all. He prophesied these police officers targeting minorities. He said lets start a revolution in the hood then maybe they'll start listening. Artist like Tupac is who we need in acting as a unifying voice for the community.
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I would say that if the revolution took place when Tupac was still alive, then I would be all for it. He was one of the few voices that the Black community actually listened to. But for the next revolution to take place in the streets of the black community now, and Hip-Hop has a role, it would be devastating. I feel as though Hip-Hop should take on the positive role, but with some of the artists that we have now it would be tragic. I personally think that there is a 50/50 divide within Hip-Hop. There are the ones that love what Chief Keef, Big KRIT, Young Thug, and Future have to say. Then, there are those that love what J.Cole, Kendrick Lamar, and Common have to say. I must say that I love the beats associated with Trap Music, and how it gets me hype but when the revolution takes place, I don't think that "If Young Metro don't trust you, I'ma shoot you" will suffice when it comes to reaching out to the community. I would lean more towards the "woke" artists because they are actually aware of what's going on in the world and in their community. They aren't blinded by the many fabrications and facades that are present within Hip-Hop. Hip-Hop should serve as the voice for those that are afraid to speak up and for those that cannot speak for themselves. Hip-Hop artists should be aware that we really do pay attention to their lyrics and that some people, specifically the younger generation, try to imitate what they say in their songs. Why rap about things such as trappin', etc. if it doesn't really apply to your life? Many rappers do it, but are quick to say that it isn't their fault when people try to imitate them. Hip-Hop should be used positively to spread awareness throughout our community. Either speak the truth and spread positive messages or shut up.
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DeleteThe immense amount of wisdom and knowledge Tupac portrayed and foreshadowed is incomprehensible to me. He was and still today through his music such an inspiring leader. With the influenced that Tupac has on me, I think it’s not solely hip hop's responsibility but none the less it should be hip hip's role and should play apart in a new age revolution. Hip hops has such a great impact, to younger and to older, rather it is positive or negative but fact still remains this culture, genre, style (whatever you may choose to call it) has had and still do have large impacts on society. A revolution is a complete turnaround and rebelling against those that hold authority. Those holding authority are those that are in political roles, corporation roles (what Luke discuss in his book) and even the consumer roles. We individually hold our own personal roles which would be considered consumers. That role may be limited however the fight should be well thought out because a revolution without any clear thought would not have any solution. Tupac talked about the unity and community of people in surrounding neighborhood.
ReplyDelete“I got love for my brother but we can never go nowhere
Unless we share with each other
We gotta start makin' changes
Learn to see me as a brother instead of two distant strangers
And that's how it's supposed to be” (Tu Pac, Changes)
The role of hip-hop or even individually I believe shouldn’t be intended to swiftly shift or aggressively fight however gradually enlighten and educate those that are held captive to this exploitation. Also being mindful of things you consume.
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Hip – Hop is a powerful tool. We’ve seen its ability to capture the attention of society with Luther Campbell, 2 Live Crew, & their explicit lyrics drawing in the attention of even the supreme court system. It is a means by which artists influence the young minds, identify and set trends, speak on issues that they feel are worthy of their publicity, and most of all make the listener feel something through the mixture of beats, melodies, and lyrics that form a song. We must understand though that hip – hop is neither inherently good or bad. The positive or negative connotations that are attributed with it are the product of he or she who wields it. In a social revolution like the one that TuPac mentions in his interview, hip – hop should serve the role of messenger and anthem to the people. It should be a means by which the new black communities spread their message of revitalization and encouragement for others to do the same. In this revolution, the hip –hop of that time should serve as a battle cry and propagate the feelings of the black community through their music so that the movement doesn’t die prematurely. Most of all though it needs to simply be an uplifting presence for black people. Hip – hop Is one of the many black created commodities of todays society. As such it should do it’s best to bring them up with it and create an environment that is of beneficial significance to those inhabiting it. In all earnest, Hip – Hop, if properly used, can be an incredible force for the push of a better black community, but we can’t lean on it too much. The true revolution needs to occur within ourselves first and them manifest itself in actions. When it starts with honest feelings from the individuals who want the revolution, not some fad started by hip hop that makes you feel a certain way for a while, but then fades. That is the only way a true revolution will occur. Here's some revolutionary hip hop for your enjoyment, also It could serve as a model that others could follow.
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If there is to be a revolution in the streets, as Pac believes, then Hip Hop should be its leader. No cause can be fulfilled without a leader giving direction and giving an end goal. Adolf Hitler, who can be argued as the world's most evil, lead his Nazi believers to what they believed was right to save their country. The Black Panther Party, Malcolm, and Martin Luther King Jr. were all very important leaders during the Civil Rights Movement. They each saw the same problems with African American rights, and even though they moved differently and how the thought they would achieve their goals, they and their followers were each crucial parts to the Acts and Policies put into place to support the Black communities. Rappers like Kendrick Lamar and J. Cole are each very much vocal on issues such as police brutality. They attend rallies and support families in the "hip hop" community. Even artist who most don't believe is doing the part, like Kanye West has a song called 'Feedback' says "hands up we just doing what the cops taught us, hands up, hands up then the cops shot us". Even the song is hype and playful, on a serious tip he gave a message. One that might not register right away, but as the youth continue to listen, they will hear what he is actually saying and what his is referring to. Michael Brown being shot unarmed by police was eye opener to these issues, and Hip Hop responded accordingly. Hip Hop, meaning the artist, actors and TV personalities who are supported by 'Black America", should pick up the torch and lead us to our revolution. With the pedestals and followers global, our voice will be heard by not only America but across the globe as well. With the added bonus of Social Media, our message will be up close and personal with no way to avoid it. So while the saying stands "the revolution will not be televised", with Hip Hop leading the way, I do believe it will be heard.
ReplyDeleteHip-hop is one of the biggest genes of music from todays date and as we all know it speaks tremendously loud to the black communities. Everything that a hip hop artist does or say is tracked and half the time we do as they or act as them because we like what're it is they do. Through social media, concerts, and music videos we see hip hop or listen to it everyday. This is making a great impact to the black community and why it is the way it is right now. So with that being said i believe that hip hop needs to play the biggest role and speak out to everyone in black communities. Turn things around to be positive and not on a path of violence, sex, and money being used in not so good ways. To me it seems like black community already has there back against the wall with so many things in this society and we need to start helping each other out instead of hurting ourselves more then what we already do. Hip hop needs to take action and start being the voice and direction the youth to greater things and a more successful outcome. A lot of times there is death all over and i think the music has a huge part it most of black people actions today. From what we wear, do, and say. There are some rappers that speak a good word when they do music but a lot speak about violence and killing and it attracts to the young mind and they carry it out when they get much older. For example, 21 savage has songs where he raps about straight murder like its the cool thing to do in this world. Hip hop can change black communities a whole 360 but i don't really think that hip hop wants to do that. They have there own lives and carry on how they please instead of knowing that god gave a gift to lead people in the right direction and people need to come together and do so.
ReplyDeleteI believe that hip-hop is a source of energy, strength, and power. I do believe that hip-hop could change communities and start a revolution, although it is uncertain with today’s generation. If the next revolution must take place in the streets of black communities, I think that hip-hop artists of this generation would not be as involved as we would desire. Hip-hop artists are in a “creative prison” that is manipulated and controlled by the record labels. Record labels do not allow artists to express themselves and produce music that the artist has an interest in. However, music labels release music that is all about “thug life”, money, women, cars, violence, jewelry and all of the other material things. Once a kid is exposed to what is being advertised on television, music, and magazines, they will begin to glorify those objects. Artists like Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole, and Common have been discussing problems and telling stories that are prevalent to real life, like police brutality, being something bigger than yourself, and supporting or uplifting your neighbor. Referring back to my previous statement, Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole, and Common are often overlooked because they are not producing “trap music”. Hip-hop should play a vital role in the revolution. Just like TuPac and Luke Campbell states, hip-hop artists have the power to change communities by giving back and participating in poverty-stricken communities. Rappers have a strong influence on people and if a message is being put out by by rappers, then people will listen. The revolution will begin when rappers/artists realize that their voice is powerful and they have the chance to improve communities and the nation.
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Personally, I think that Hip-Hop as a whole has dug itself too deep, with negativity, violence, exploitation, and ignorance to make a major difference in the "next revolution", if it were to come.If the revolution took place in the streets, the people of the black communities, I believe, would have the strongest impact. Hip-hop could play an effective role of spreading the word and showing the importance of the things that are going on with the revolution. Since Hip-Hop has so many listeners and many people follow what is hot and trending, if artists talk about the revolution and how all the black people need to get involved, it will reach people who may have over looked it or can understand it better through the style of music they listen to and the well known hip hop artists. Many artists in hip hop have strong follower amounts and they have a great influence over them, they can be the voice that makes teens want to listen and open their eyes to the problems that "Black America" is fighting against. Hip hop can be the voice that spreads the message of getting into action and getting involved. When they make songs with very hard beats that the audience likes, they will listen to it more and more and they will hear the lyrics that encourage them to revitalize their community. Although I think that hip-hop won't have the strongest impact, they can still be an active part of the revolution by making people aware and talking less about sex, gangs, drugs, money, and violence.
ReplyDeleteI feel that if hip hop artists made more songs like this (song linked below) and changed their lyrics to things people actually needed to focus on that were positive and made a difference, hip hop would be an effective part of the next revolution.
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ReplyDeleteIf there were to be another revolution I also am one of the ones to agree that Hip-Hop should not play a major role in it. I feel that most people only view the negatives of hip-hop and none of the positives. most people when they hear certain songs only listen you when they talk about drugs, money, female, and clothes. They never listen to the great lyricist like a Kendrick Lamar, or J. Cole who actually speaks on something or real life events. Although I think that I do also believe the bad out weighs the good. we as the black community should do more to have a positive role in America. From things like black lives matter, We should start with ourselves. Black on Black crime is now at a all time high in the united states and it needs to stop. I feel if you want change you have to start with yourself. But if there was a revolution to start and hip-hop did take a big role in it, I do feel if it is together the right way they could have a major impact. For example how black cops are gunning young african americans down in the streets. if rappers start rapping about stuff like that it would be a big help. Todays rappers are really a main voice in the black community.
I believe hip hop should advocate for the "revolution", as Tupac stated, it should speak out on social injustices and so on. Many teens, young adults and adults listen to music for a connection, to feel related to, to feel accepted. They also listen to music for guidance consciously and subconsciously. Though hip hop and rap may talk about violence and gangs and sex that doesn't mean they aren't speaking a "truth". I believe the "truth"(what most think black people are all about) can be changed. It won't happen immediately, but when rappers realize how powerful their music is and how they can send out a message and knowledge to their audience that's when things can change. And honestly the music doesn't have to all change because like Luke said we use music as an escape for our troubles and issues. We need rappers and people known in the hip hop community to give back and set examples for the youth that working together and uplifting your brothers and sisters within our community is the only way we will be successful as a group. Once the black community loves themselves unconditionally and understand their true power, there will be no change. Included this video about the black panthers since we talked about Beyoncé Super bowl performance and the significance of it. Most of us in the class including myself did not know that it was the 50t anniversary and I feel us people of color need to stay knowledgeable of history because history does repeat itself.
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Absolutely I believe that hip hop should be the voice for revolution amongst African Americans. All age ranges of people listen to hip hop, and if you put those issues into the lyrics it would draw more positive reactions and followers of a good cause, because that’s one thing that you rarely see anymore is artist talking about social justice issues in their music. That ties back into Tricia Roses’ “Just keeping it real” when you’re not being truthful. He also touched on that topic as well in the sense to stop the violence because it was unrealistic lifestyles. All kinds of hip hop artist today are talking about stories in their music that they’ve never experienced. Who’s truth is it? It’s all kinds of killings of our African Americans that are senseless and being unjustified. Tupac was a rare breed of his time because he wasn’t ashamed or afraid to advocate for black people, especially in his music. He targeted black minorities with issues that were going on in the communities. I don’t feel that artist today are as bold to speak up or to get involved. And if they are involved it isn’t deep into the cause. Like he stated in his interview we have to go to the communities that it is affecting and change it if we want to see change, because the government cannot help or can protect us. There are several black hip hop artist that black people mainly the youth look up to like Jay Z, Kanye West, and whoever your favorite rapper may be. They all have that power to be an advocate and start a revolution that could take the world by storm, because they know the main way to target or get the message of unjustified social issues out is by the music. Because they’ll tell their friends about it then they’ll listen and it’ll be a chain reaction just like that. Like Luther Campbell (Uncle Luke) said, it’s time to stop talking about it and go do it. It sounds good when you say it would be good for the community and how it can positively affect us, but if you don’t bring it to light then it’s for nothing.
ReplyDeleteI believe the role that hip hop should play in a new revolution would be the role of a messenger. I understand when people accomplish great things in their life, they can get "big headed" and lose their positive talent to speak to the community about starting from the struggle(poverty)and learning how to achieve goals.Instead they choose to speak about money, hoes, drugs, guns, and etc. when they make it to the top. I am a strong believer that it takes a village to raise a child,and you should give back to any community that help you achieve where you are now. The community made hip hop, because the community is who listens and buy's there music. So if you have the talent to speak to the auditory learners to help them achieve greatness in their life and in their community. Then that is a way you can give back, if you are that stubborn not to participate physically in giving back to the community. Artist really have a big impact on humans and their feelings, so why not write a song about positive aspects. Help someone else become something great, like these artist claim to be. I think rhyming positive things can open the door for a lot of communities in positive ways, definitely for people that only get the message by music. My favorite physically give back and support to the poverty communities modeled by the hip hop industry would be this video here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txnx2GsdjAI). To me it shows that the struggle is hard, life has big reality checks, and it's real. But you have to stay strong and help one another.
ReplyDeleteIn the next revolution, Hip-Hop should serve as a form of art for the black community and the voice of the black youth. If such revolution were to take place, the role of the genre should be synonymous to that of the Harlem Renaissance in the 1920s-1930s. The Harlem Renaissance was a literary, artistic and intellectual movement that sparked a new cultural identity for the black community. In order for this to occur, we as African-Americans must take back control of our creations. We need more Uncle Luke's that are not afraid to keep the power of our influence within our own community; Too many executives are profiting off what we create.Any creative involved in this new resurgence should be granted the right to speak on any social injustices, but should not be held accountable to do so. I feel as though it is not an artist's responsibility to respond to issues involving race, politics and etc. However, I feel as though it is morally right to address all wrongdoings. I also believe Hip-Hop should be appreciated and accepted more in the new revolution. Creatives involved in the Hip-Hop community have enormous amounts of influence amongst many different audiences. Artists have the power to relay messages globally, yet continue to be outcasted in a number of different markets. Building a relationship with the Hip-Hop community could help the likes of politicians because of the popularity of certain rappers. If genuine relationships are formed, this could be deemed as excellent strategy and marketing for both parties.
ReplyDeleteIf there was to be a revolution within the streets of the black communities hip hop should be the voice of the communities and to help get points across to the rest of the world. Hip hop is a reflection of reality as Russell Simmons would say. So an artist may say, “f**k the police…” and the police will have to prick their ears up and everyone will start talking about police brutality. Any subject that becomes a popular song becomes a discussion in the community. Those subjects come from the community and are recycled back into to the community. So all the rappers should talk about what is going on and “keep it real” on there tracks and talk about something positive. Some of these artist today have a hold on our generation so tight it is crazy, You think of the hot artists that are out like Drake, and Young thug. Just imagine if these two artist would create a song about the communities and not about money, females, jewelry, etc. They can really take the world by storm but that stuff does not sell and no one wants to step out of that small box of what their music should sound like. Tricia Rose says “Hip-Hop can be a discursive ground or poetic force for a social movement.” Artists have so much power that they do not even use. If artists today did what artists did back in the 80s and 90s and talk more positive and more about what is going on in your own black communities they can very well single handily start a very powerful revolution. But no one will listen like Tupac says in his “Lost Prison Tapes” interview.
ReplyDeleteDuring the next revolution, Hip Hop would play its most significant role as the voice, the messenger, and/ or activist for African Americans. The reason in which the next revolution must take place in black communities is because that's where it originated from. In chapter one, we discussed the history of hip hop and how it stemmed from New York in poverty driven black communities. My only concern is that hip hop is not the same as it was when Tupac was alive. Many rappers no longer talk about the positive attributes of what it means to survive as a young black man or woman but rather portray us in a negative light which allows other ethnic groups to pass judgement upon blacks. Notorious B.I.G once said "we can't change the world unless we change ourselves." As African Americans we have yet to change, we still continue to have these selfish mentalities such as every man for themselves. We changed the dynamics of hip hop by becoming closed off. We no longer tell the stories of our struggles and have replace them with sexual proclivities and falsified stories. We continue to water down the truth by allowing injustice to continue within our communities.In order for a revolution to occur we must reunite and begin to reconstruct the meaning of Hip Hop in how it relates to us as a whole.
ReplyDelete-I attached this picture because it shows how we must reunite and continue to fight as African Americans.
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If, according to TuPac, the next revolution must take place in the streets of black communities, hip-hop should play the leading role in this revolution. As many of us tend to forget, hip-hop is a multi-faceted culture, that is rooted in music. Thus, when we consider the next revolution, the role of hip-hop must be considered as a whole and in what capacity can each of its facets offer to the revolution. Music is one aspect of hip-hop, specifically rap music, but as rap music has shown us time and time again, it will hold its own political weight in the next revolution. It has been proven that hip-hop, as a culture, and politics have an extensive history that goes beyond what we hear through the mic. Therefore, I have no doubt that hip-hop will take the lead in this next revolution as it has done before, and serve as the voice of the people. In some regards, conscious rap, or rap that stems from conscious rappers like Tupac or Kendric Lamar, can act as the paramount voices of the revolution.
ReplyDeleteAside from hip-hop leading the revolution, I believe hip-hop is the start of the revolution in its current state. From society’s perspective, a generation created a cultural medium, hip hop, that served as both an expression of and an alternative to urban woes plaguing the lives of the Black and Latino communities, namely underemployment, poverty, and racial discrimination. Thence, from the inception of the term hip-hop, it has acted as the initiation of the revolution, vocalizing to the world the struggles of these communities. I think, with the distraction of conscious music or music with conscious messages found in trap music and other forms of rap, the messages to the people are misconstrued and often lost. As such, when the messages are received successfully in cases such as Kendric Lamar's grammy performance or Beyonce's SuperBowl performance, hip-hop culture is unprepared because we are so used to being defeated and left to voice our opinions in the dark to a crowd of our peers, not to our oppressors.
On the flip side, I'm uncertain that there will ever be a next revolution because it seems the oppressed only get riled up for a while and take action for a moment, then revert back to hiding behind their words. Words are powerful, but actions must speak louder than words and as much as hip-hop can be an integral part of the next predicted revolution, the people pushing for the revolution have to want change for themselves first. With that,I agree with Tupac, the next revolution must take place in the streets of black communities, but we have to learn to seek help in ourselves and believe we have power to make our own change instead of voicing our opinions to the world and looking to our oppressors for help.
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"Take it to the streets"! Hip-Hop must be the voice of the revolution. Artist, producers, directors, etc. need to collaborate and get on the same page. Once everybody is on the same page and locked in to changing what needs to be changed progress will begin and boom.
ReplyDeleteUnfortunately, Hip-Hop today is corrupt and the message being delivered is the complete opposite of what the community needs to (Interesting, right?). It's babies raising babies out here.
I believe that the problem in the black community is fear. We're not scared to express our opinions on the oppressor through social media outlets but many are scared to face their oppressor face to face and say enough is enough. It's time to stop "praying" the oppressor will stop with his wicked ways and boot up. Boot up means gather arms, protect yourself, family and community.
Hip-Hop must be that voice because hip-hop is the voice of today's black community. Expresses how we live, where we live, what we do on a daily basis, and how we survive. Hip-Hop is dying but still surviving, kind of like black people in America.
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I believe that musically hip hops next revolution won't be in the streets of black communities, I feel like the next revolution will be more center around telling the youth to stay school or to at least stay away from the streets, and to unify one another. I believe that youth is going to lose interest in the streets and more interested in being more social aware about what's going on in their communities and it will bring on a new wave of creative diverse music. I say this because of artist like Kendrick Lamar and J Cole how they are conscious rappers, that they do not just talk about money hoes and clothes but what's going on in there life as well as what's going on in the world now. And they are growing a lot in popularity among youth in today's game. I take that as a sign that the next revolution in hip hop will be back to more conscious raps. This will help in black communities cause then we can start to unify with each other instead of fighting against each other. So overall I believe that the next revolution in hip hop will not start in the streets but the streets will be changed by the next revolution of hip hop.
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I think that hip-hop should play a big role in the revolution. As we know hip-hop is a black dominated industry, as far as the artists go. Black communities influence hip-hop and hip-hop influences black communities. When black communities come together and start to make a change, those changes will be reflected in the subject matter of hip-hop songs. I also I feel that the influence from artists changing what they talk about, in hip-hop songs, could drive the people in the streets of black communities to want to have a revolution. Hip-hop could be used in a form of inspiration instead of just entertainment. In black culture different forms of music have been used for motivation and if hip-hop artists change the message of their music it could definitely be the motivation the black community needs to make a change and start a revolution. For example Tupac had a very creative and original way of spreading truth, and at times positivity, through his music and still today some are being influenced by it. Good, truthful, hip-hop lives forever. Artists just need to find a way to make positively influential music that’s also attractive to this generations listeners.
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I believe if there is another revolution that hip hop should not be a major role in it because when it comes to hip-hop a lot of people now days do only look at the negative side of it such as drugs, money, violence, females, and fancy stuff is the only thing being brought up. Which is not the only thing rappers talk about in their music but is what most people get out of it or hear the most. I also don’t think it would be held in only black communities because hip-hop has grown on other races in todays music. But if there was a revolution I don’t think it would be a bad idea as a lot of people listen to hip-hop and has a lot of fans so it would be easy to get the point across. I think it should be done in a way that could help the community out and better yet help your race out or yourself. A lot of kids now days listen to rap and think the life they live is the way it should be lived or is they way they wanna live when most of it is all fake. The just hear about all the goods and none of the bad. Kids look up to music these days as it is a big part of society and some rappers put the wrong image into kids heads and that is a major key in why hip- hop wouldn’t play that big of a role. Hip hop in some states is huge and speaks loudly on the black communities as that is where it all started and I believe it could have a huge impact on the way kids see is the right way and not just all about drugs, money, girls, and fancy stuff but about important things like school, jobs, and a bright future.
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