1. Censorship
Many people argue that gangster rap is not only music made for entertainment purposes. ... Violence in rap music has been said to be the main contributor in the shooting of Shakur. ... There are many positive ways in which rap music has influenced our society as a whole. ... Rap music gives a public voice to urban America, and through their music rap artists can paint a picture of what is going on around them, growing up in poverty. ... Rap music is criticized because it accurately shows a negative side of American culture. ...
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- Grade Level: High School