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hip-hop

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/ˈhɪpˌhɑp/
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popular music featuring rap that is set to electronic music, first developed among black and Hispanic communities in the US

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Hip-hop is a music genre that emerged in the 1970s in the Bronx, New York City. It is characterized by its rhythmic beats, rhyming lyrics, and strong cultural elements. It typically features a combination of rapping, along with DJing, beatboxing, and the use of sampled or electronically produced beats. Hip-hop music often includes storytelling and socially conscious lyrics that address issues such as urban life, identity, and resistance. The genre is a key part of hip-hop culture, which also includes elements like graffiti art and breakdancing. Over time, hip-hop has evolved and diversified, influencing global music trends and becoming a major cultural force.

  • Hip-hop culture includes not only music but also dance, graffiti, and fashion.
  • The hip-hop artist released a new track that quickly climbed the charts.
  • Hip-hop lyrics often address social issues and personal experiences.
  • The hip-hop beat was infectious, making it impossible not to dance.
  • Many hip-hop songs feature complex wordplay and clever rhymes.
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a youth culture centered on rap music, street fashion, dance, and artistic expression in urban African-American communities

  • Hip-hop culture shaped the neighborhood's style.
  • He researches the social impact of hip-hop as a movement.
  • Graffiti and breakdance remain core elements of hip-hop culture.
  • Hip-hop influenced clothing trends worldwide.
  • The exhibit explored hip-hop as a cultural force.