Hip Hop

What defines Music?

Is it the feeling you get while listening? Is it the artist who is delivering the music? or is it the message of the song? For many we get so lost in wanting to conform to a TEAM that we support what is out... or we support ANYTHING certain musicians put out in order to feel like we are a part of something.

For instance, Today's RAP music is not what HIP-HOP was originally known for... in fact many musicians can not differentiate the two...

Hip-Hop originated from the troubled life of the urban communities, and was a form of release. A way to express themselves without causing damage throughout the neighborhood.

The 4 areas of the hip-hop culture were...

Emceeing also said MC'ing

Break Dancing

Graffiti aka Tagging

and DJ'ing

These 4 art forms have their own individual meanings, and they also serve as a friendly battleground for competitors to go against their competitors.

So since we have determined where Hip-Hop originated, where is Hip-Hop today? Life is so fast-paced, and many just want to stake their claims. Brag about how much money they have, or how many cars they own. Have we lost the purpose of enriching the souls of our listeners?

Just food for thought... I breathe music, I live it, I love it! Every aspect of what I do is to build my passion for this.

Reading on 'Johnny Cupcakes' recently I realized he also had the same drive... A nonstop drive to succeed. I have a nonstop drive to enlighten those around me, as well as be successful in anything music related. I am just blessed to notice every step along the way.