The Language of Hip Hop Term paper for the PS "The English Language in America" SS 2006 handed in by Sebastian Ludyga Magdeburg‚ 25.09.2006 Table of contents 1. Introduction to hip hop 1 2. Hip Hop Nation Language 2 2.1 Features of the HHNL 3 2.2 The relationship of HHNL and AAL 5 3. Practical application 6 4. Conclusion
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Some believe that the Hip Hop industry manipulates the young minds of our new generation against women‚ do you? Back when Hip-Hop began‚ it was originally meant to send a message of unity. Doug E Fresh quoted "Hip-Hop is supposed to uplift and create‚ to educate people on a larger level and to make a change." Old-School Hip-Hop was about storytelling and poetry as well‚ where you’re from and telling your story in a good manner. Unfortunately Hip-Hop will never be the same as it was in the 90’s
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“A Reflection of Hip Hop’s Past: Is it Still Relevant?” Have you ever noticed the similarities between hip hop dance and African dance? Has the rhythm in African drums ever remind you of hip hop beats? How about Minstrel shows and the purpose behind them; are they similar to hip hop shows today? There is in fact a strong connection between the three topics and the hip culture. Hip hop is full of excitement‚ unity‚ passion and controversy. These characteristics of hip hop would be non-existent if
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The Evolution of Rap and Hip-Hop Music In Today’s Society Rap and Hip Hop music is a genre evolving throughout society that is changing the music industry for the better. There are many artists today that portray different styles of Rap and Hip Hop and bring the genre to a new level. Many of these different types of rap circulating are heard on the radio and through social media. The topic of Rap and Hip-Hop may be one of the most controversial music groups that has ever been talked about. The idea
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type of art form‚ hip hop evolves personal struggles… from our fight for civil rights to our acceptance into society. The pioneers of this movement have strengthened‚ encouraged‚ and empowered my people with the positive messages communicated through lyrics. Critics of this movement believe that this type of music affects today’s already troubled youth and that some rappers tends to deliver violent images and to depict women as sexual objects. I strongly believe that hip hop should be only recognized
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In recent years‚ controversy in Hip-hop culture has been in the mix of America media. From the hype of the lyrics and the impact that Hip-hop music has on the youth. It seems that political and media groups have been quick to place all of the blame on rap music for the trend in youth violence from the murders and the gang related problems. However‚ forms of music cannot be understood unless you study the fame of its historical and social context. Hip-hop culture reflects the young‚ urban‚ working-class
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Hip Hop has gotten too hard core‚ it’s only about misogynist and materialism. Back in the day rappers had more to talk about than guns‚ money‚ jewels‚ cars and women. In today’s Hip Hop‚ it glorifies the ghetto‚ gangs‚ guns‚ money and jewelry which reinforces the tradition of the black stereotypes. Gangster rap is described as the angriest type of rap music where it glamorizes sex and violence. N.W.A was one of the most controversial rap groups in the world of hip hop who are known as the creators
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Southern Hip Hop. Southern hip hop‚ also known as Dirty South hip hop had a distinct sound and brought a broader audience to the original hip hop culture from
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In your essay‚ “Hip Hop planet”‚ you claim that our world is getting over run by Hip Hop and that the music is a cry for help. I understand that your past encounters with Hip Hop made you want to write your essay. In your essay you state that Hip Hop is a cry for help and that it is something that we should listen to. You also talk about how you used to be against Hip Hop and how you changed your opinion‚ you then explain why you changed your view on the music. I interpret that the reason you wrote
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entertainment whether it’s choreography or free style. Hip hop dance has a short history since most of other type of dances like ballroom‚ ballet‚ jazz‚ and modern started in the early 1900s. Hip hop dancing began in New York City during the late 1960s and early 70s. During this time‚ people without professional dance training brought dancing to the streets because they enjoyed it. Hip hop dance was meant for people and not for the academy since hip hop moves were inspired by complex rhythms and the
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