Questions and Answers
What genre is 'Six in tha Mornin' associated with?
Gangsta Rap
Who performed the song 'F$%K Tha Police'?
N.W.A.
What musical style is 'Nothin' But A G-Thing' known for?
G-Funk
Who is the artist behind the song 'What's My Name'?
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Which artist made reference to the shooting of 2Pac in their song 'Who Shot Ya'?
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What is the theme of Queen Latifah's song 'UNITY'?
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Which rapper's comedic style is featured in the song 'My Name Is'?
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What is the response theme in 'Hit-Em Up' by 2Pac?
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Who is the artist of the Arab hip-hop song 'Al Kufiyyeh 3arabeyyeh'?
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What concept does Narcy's song 'Hamdullilah' address?
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What does Dumbfounded's song 'Are We There Yet' explore?
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Which Asian Hip-Hop group performed 'Made in China'?
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What issue did Queen Latifah have with gangsta rappers?
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Ice-T's '6 in the Mornin' is _____ based on Schooly D's 'P.S.K. What does it Mean?'
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Gangsta rap is based on the lived experiences of artists living in _____
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What distinguishes G-funk from other gangsta styles?
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What was the first song that kicked off the East Coast/West Coast rivalry?
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Which song alludes to the shooting of 2Pac Shakur?
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White rappers tend to use _____ as a key element of their performance.
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Study Notes
Gangsta Rap
- "Six in tha Mornin" by Ice-T features themes of anti-violence contradicting the violent imagery in "Cop Killer," highlighting police brutality from the perspective of those affected by it.
- "F$%K Tha Police" by N.W.A. serves as a harsh protest against police brutality and racial profiling, emerging from frustrations with African American nationalism and mainstream commercial rap.
G-Funk
- "Nothin' But A G-Thing" by Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg exemplifies G-Funk with its smooth melodies, synthesizer usage, and lyrical justification of misogyny through references to women as gold-diggers.
- "What's My Name" marks Snoop Dogg's solo debut, incorporating samples from George Clinton and Funkadelic, showcasing the G-Funk sound.
East Coast Hip Hop
- "Who Shot Ya" by Notorious B.I.G. features a gunshot sample and alludes to the 1994 shooting of 2Pac, integrating G-Funk elements with East Coast instrumentation and jazz influences.
Dis/Response Rap
- Queen Latifah's "UNITY" responds to gang culture's misogyny and addresses the treatment of women in hip-hop, contrasting N.W.A.'s "Gangsta Gangsta" and emphasizing regional identity through jazz and dancehall influences.
Comedic Rap
- "My Name Is" by Eminem allows for self-deprecating humor while embodying the "white trash" identity, fostering authenticity among lower-class white Americans.
West Coast Hip-Hop
- "Hit-Em Up" by 2Pac, released on Death Row Records, directly confronts Biggie and features a G-Funk beat along with personal disses, reflecting serious rivalry rather than playful banter.
Arab Hip-Hop
- Shadia Mansour's "Al Kufiyyeh 3arabeyyeh" focuses on preserving cultural heritage and highlights the symbolism of the Arabic headdress.
- Narcy's "Hamdullilah" critiques stereotypes about Muslims and Arabs, emphasizing the complexities of identity and the portrayal of Arab culture in the media.
Asian Hip-Hop
- "Are We There Yet" by Dumbfounded explores Asian-American identity and inclusion in the wider hip-hop narrative, referencing cultural struggles within Korean identity.
- "Made in China" by High Brothers with Famous Dex features red jumpsuits symbolizing communism and addresses Asian stereotypes in a multilingual context.
Key Terms and Concepts
- Queen Latifah criticized the use of derogatory terms for women in gangsta rap, particularly the "B-word."
- Ice-T's "6 in tha Mornin" is categorized as gangsta rap, influenced by Schooly D's "P.S.K. (What Does It Mean?)"
- Gangsta rap is rooted in the real-life experiences of artists from Los Angeles.
- G-Funk distinguishes itself by its incorporation of old-school funk melodies, lead synthesizers, and less explicit depictions of violence.
- The East Coast/West Coast rivalry was ignited by songs such as "Compton."
- "Who Shot Ya" is specifically noted for alluding to the shooting of 2Pac Shakur.
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Test your knowledge of key gangsta rap tracks and their significance with these flashcards. Featuring influential songs like 'Six in tha Mornin' and 'F$%K Tha Police', this quiz dives into the themes and artists that shaped the genre. Perfect for music enthusiasts looking to explore gangsta rap's impact on culture.
