Unit IV - Hip-Hop's Bad Rap: Can it be (re)claimed?

Finally!!  We've arrived at our last unit.  It's been a rich and rewarding discourse for this class.  However, I always feel obligated to hope that what we've discussed will be continued after you leave the class.  This is why our last unit centers around a reflective topic - can HH's bad 'rap' be (re)claimed?  I chose 3 images deliberately.  For our last unit, I'd like to you reflect on each, and consider whether or not these artists have not only positioned themselves, but perhaps the entire industry to (re)claim the art, Hip-Hop.  Support your thinking by providing specific details.  Please remember to follow the blog rubric on the syllabus.  This is due Mon., 5/1/17 by the beginning of class.

Unit III - Real Life Sh*t: Money, Madness and Mortality

Over the past few weeks, we have had rich dialogue about old and current topics in HH. We've discussed mental health issues such as: depression, suicide and racial melancholia.  We began with TuPac and are now unpacking the obsession with money and morality.  Death or near-death experiences have dominated HH for years too. So, I ask you to share what real life sh*t from HH resonates with you the most and why? Be sure to include an image, audio, song lyrics or video (if applicable) to help emphasize your selection.

Due: Fri., 4/19/17 by the beginning of class.