Stories have always been compelling to me. I believe it's why I'm more attracted to some rappers rather than others. TuPac Shakur has always been my favorite HH artist because I saw him as a master storyteller - a griot if you will. In this unit, we've learned the importance of the story as well elements of that story from braggadocio to call and response. Furthermore, we examined the components of "genius" within the HH artistic aesthetic. It's more than the lyrical story, it's the graffiti, the dancing, fashion, performances, technology, and the sound - the amalgamation of it all. Out of those we've discussed, which component resonated the most with you, and why?
Due: Fri., 2/16/18 by the beginning of class.
