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WHAT IS HIP HOP?

Many individuals wonder about the term we know as Hip Hop. What is Hip Hop? The term "Hip Hop" was coined by a New York DJ by the name of DJ Kool Herc. He gave it this name because; “the beats (music) were hip hopping back and forth from one turntable to the other.” Hip Hop’s origins started with a type of music spawned from the creative minds of inner city youths in the late 1970’s. This music is called RAP. In today’s society, Hip Hop is not only defined by music, but it is now considered a culture. Hip Hop culture is a state of mind and a way of life. A generation’s thoughts, expressions and feelings are Hip Hop. Therefore, we are Hip Hop. Hip Hop consists of many elements, but in my opinion, Hip Hop has influenced music, fashion, and modern language across the world!
To begin with, the roots of Hip Hop culture descend decades deep into the soil of urban civilization. This urban phenomenon has spread across America and the world, mainly due......

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