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The text is a transcript of a video that explains the history of rap music from its origins in the 1970s to the present day. It covers the main artists, labels, styles, and influences of rap, as well as the social and cultural context of its development. It also challenges some stereotypes and clichés about rap and shows how it has become a global phenomenon. The text is written in a humorous and informal tone, with some references to French culture and language. It ends with a surprising example of an early rap song from 1937.
1. The text discusses the history of rap music, tracing its roots back to the 1970s in the South Bronx, where it originated as a form of self-expression and resistance against the harsh conditions of poverty and gang violence.
2. The birth of rap is credited to Kool Herc, who organized parties in the Bronx and introduced the concept of breakdancing, where dancers would perform to drum solos.
3. The music genre evolved with the invention of the dual-deck mixing controller, which allowed for longer drum breaks and the creation of the concept of a "Sound System".
4. The first rappers, or MCs, emerged from these parties, adopting their own style and rhythm to set themselves apart.
5. The development of the rap genre was further accelerated by the invention of the first mixing table that allowed disks to follow each other without breaks, and the introduction of the scratch, a technique that became a signature element of rap music.
6. The invention of the sampler, a device that allows you to take samples of sounds and put them in new compositions, marked a turning point in the evolution of rap music.
7. The first widely recognized rap track was "Rapper's Delight" by the Sugarhill Gang, which combined elements of funk and rap.
8. The text also mentions the role of various record labels in the development of rap music, including Sugarhill Records, Tommy Boy, Profile, and Def Jam.
9. The Golden Age of rap was marked by the release of "The Message" by Grandmaster Flash, a song that raised consciousness and gave rap a poetic dimension.
10. The text discusses the commercialization of rap music and the rise of what is referred to as "easy listening" rap, which reduced creativity and meaningful content.
11. The New School of rap emerged as a reaction to this, characterized by a focus on flow and a return to the roots of hip hop.
12. The text mentions the rise of various rap artists and groups, including the NWA, Dr. Dre, Snoop Doggy Dogg, Tupac Shakur, Biggie Smalls, Notorious Big, the Wu-Tang Clan, Eminem, 50 Cent, Kendrick Lamar, Drake, Nicki Minaj, Tyga, The Game, Jay Z, and others.
13. The influence of rap music has extended beyond music, influencing fashion, cinema, and television.
14. The text concludes with a reflection on the impact of rap music worldwide and its role as a form of poetry and self-expression.