Types of Music
This style of music began in the United
States in the 1970s. It can feature
programmed beats, rapping and samples.
Hip Hop
What does feat. mean?
featuring, an artist included on a song
What themes did Tupac address in his music?
Violence, poverty, racism, difficulties of living in the city
What are the 4 elements of Hip-hop?
Rapping (MC), Break dance, Graffiti, DJing
Name 4 musical instruments
Violin, trumpet, piano, kazoo, guitar, ....
This genre became popular in the 1970s.
People enjoy dancing to its up-tempo beats,
which often feature electronic effects.
Disco
What is a DJ?
Disc Jockey
What awards has Kendrick Lamar received?
Grammy's, Pulitzer prize (literary award)
Where did hip-hop first develop?
In the Bronx, in New York City
Name 4 genres of music that developped in English speaking countries (not including rap).
Jazz, Blues, Rock and Roll, Country, Folk
This genre became popular in the 1970s
and heavily features electric guitars. Songs
often include complicated guitar solos and
catchy riffs.
Rock
What is an MC?
Master of ceremonies, a rapper
Which rapper can rap 14 syllables per second?
Twista
When did hip-hop develop?
In the 1970's and 80's
Name 4 rappers that were popular before the year 2010.
Tupac, Biggie Smalls, Dr Dré, Snoop Dog, Missy Elliot...
This popular American style of music originated in rural areas in the early 20th century. Typically, songs are about realistic aspects of working-class American life.
Country
What does it mean to 'dominate the charts'?
To be the most popular, widely listened to song
Name 3 female rappers from English speaking countries
Lauryn Hill, Queen Latifa, Missy Elliot, Nicky Minaj, Lil Kim, Megan the Stallion
What is the connection between hip-hop and disco?
Youth from the Bronx were not allowed, or couldn't afford to dance in the clubs, so they created parties and danced and listened to music in the streets
This popular music genre developed in the United States in the 1940s and 1950s. It was influenced by Black American music styles such as blues.
Rock and Roll
What does it mean to be mainstream? Is hip-hop mainstream
To be listened to and popular among a wide variety of people.
How did Lauryn Hill influence the hip-hop movement?
She pioneered melodic hip-hip (adding singing in with the rapping)
In what context did hip hop develop?
There was an economic crisis- people in the Bronx suffered more than other areas.