Is Rap music Poetry?
It is just one of the sub-genres of poetry. Hence, you cannot judge it by pitting it against itself unless you have a rather unique idea of what poetry is. The Rap music has become a predominant force in today’s music industry. Although the music is probably the first thing that catches your attention, the message contained within is significant. Today’s generation speaks of love, death, self-expression, personal, political, and social issues, poverty and riches, and life experiences. They intertwine these thoughts creatively and innovatively within strong rhythms and entrancing melodies that capture the heart and mind of the listener. The mind set of today’s youth can be found within the lyrics of the music the they listen to. Many times this music is viewed negatively because of the strong language and ideas. However, there is a message embedded within that gives voice to the glories and ills of the surrounding society and community in which we live. The rap artists reflect and echo
