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Originally Posted by Adult Lounge - Brad
Rap is just not as relevant as it was 10-15 years ago. I think the subject matter that is discussed in most of the popular songs alienates much of the audience. In general, pop Rap over the past 10 years has mostly glorified violence and the American dream while totally ignoring all other subject matter that pertains to kids.
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you speak as of you were actually already listening back then ? ? what were you listening to ? Snow with his 'informer' ? dude ? really .. Dr Dre's 'the chronic' dropped in '93 . . what was that all about ?
give me one example of the music you are talking about that should be soooo different then the shit dropping now ?
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Originally Posted by Adult Lounge - Brad
Further, Rap is a Youthful pursuit; you can't expect to see a 45 year old 50 cent take the stage at Madison square.
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Yes and No . . on that note . . Sean Price "mess you made" interesting new song / album . coming our way . . rap music is evolving right now . . more people are sick and tired of the same agressive shit over and over again . we need more positive vibes ...
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Originally Posted by Adult Lounge - Brad
Having said that there are many artists that are trying to transcend these boundaries and will probably bring Rap back a decade or so from now. Rap remains and will continue to be an important outlet for youth in the decades to come as regardless of message it is music you can move to and dance to and has that aggressive feeling that many kids gravitate towards when they are first getting into music.
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exactly . . could not have said it better ! one thing though ... I dont think it will take ten years !!