Hip Hop Video Analyization

the art form itself, adding life, and a visual construct to the already

emotionally powerful words. The beginning of this great relationship between the

music video and rap artist dates back to as early as the Sugar Hill Gang’s

Rapper’s Delight. The hit single which by no means was the first rap song ever

produced, was the first rap single to hit the top 40 charts and consequently its

wide release made HipHop instantly international. Its commercial success paved

the way for rap into the 80’s and some argue, gave rap an identity. It is

obvious that HipHop as an art form has changed immensely; however there are

certain attributes that have remained constant over the years. 1.) HipHop is a

counter-hegemonic tool that can be used and even exploited by those individuals,

in particular the youthful African American community and other disenfranchised

communities, who, with HipHop as its voice would have no voice at all. 2.)

Consists of more than just lyrics and beats but embodies an entire culture. And

3.) It is ours, it is amazing and it is here to stay.

Another thing that has not changed is the use of braggadocio and flaunting of

far as answering the telephone to speak to one woman while sleeping in the bed

through his music. He was depicted sitting on a throne, in an attempt to show

take place in the Caribbean where there is warmer weather. The women in this

exemplified his importance and wealth further punctuated by the abundance of

it resembles modern HipHop videos, were portrayed in a very sexual way. The

clothing, pricey Champaign bottles and more is used as counter-hegemonic tools

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