Hip Hop Today

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Hip-hop continues to be a global phenomenon, developing new art forms that impact the lives of new and old generations. The global influence of hip-hop culture has shaped music styles, fashion, technology, art, entertainment, language, dance, education, politics, media, and more. To this day, hip-hop continues to be a cultural movement that incorporates different elements of art.

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Four foundational elements characterize hip-hop culture. The original four main pillars of hip-hop include DJing/turntablism, MCing/rapping, B-boying/breaking, and visual/graffiti art. These forms of expression have also developed into further subcultures with lasting legacies.Hip-hop has come a long way since its humble beginnings in the Bronx. It has become a global phenomenon that has shaped the world in countless ways. Hip-hop is more than music; it’s a cultural movement that continues to inspire and influence people around the world.

“Rap is something you do; hip hop is something you live.”
-KRS
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