History Of Hip-Hop/Rap.

There are currently so many definitions on what the word Hip-Hop means to many people, but relatively people are likely to state it's rejecting of rhymes to the best of music. It's a form of expression that finds its roots imbedded deep within ancient African culture and oral tradition. Rap became popular because it offered unlimited challenges, there were no set rules, except to be original and to rhyme on time to the music. Anything was possible in the world of hip-hop. The ultimate goal in the hip-hop/rap world was to be perceived as being 'def(good) but ones peers. Rap, because of it's inclusive aspects allowed one to accurately and efficiently inject their personality. Rap continues to be popular among today's urban youth for the same reasons it was a draw in the early days. It is still an accessible form of self expression capable of eliciting positive affirmation from one's peers. Rap has evolved to become such a big business, it has given many the false illusion of being a quick escape from the harshness of inner city life.