Hip-hop is a cultural form, which was born in the streets of American slums. Generally speaking, it was born in Bronx, new york, USA. Hip-hop first emerged among African-American and Hispanic youths in the Bronx, northern new york, and then developed and spread all over the world.
In China, Yin Zai 1993' s album "So-and-So" was the first to try the rap style. At the beginning of the 20th century, a group of hip-hop singers, led by Taiwan Province MC hotdog and Beijing Hidden Band, appeared in China. Today, there are many excellent rappers in China, but most of them are still underground.
Hip hop style branch
Old-school hip-hop: During this period, hip-hop culture and costumes were greatly influenced by funk and disco. There are many live bands, and the rap content is all about parties.
New hip-hop: With the development of electronic drum machine, rap music began to be simplified, rappers began to brag, talk about social problems, have a radical attitude, have a tough artist image and feel cool on the street.
Hardcore Hip-Hop: Hardcore Hip-Hop was born on the east coast of the United States in 1980s, which refers to the rap with radical voice and powerful lyrics. The content of hardcore rap is far wider than gang rap, and the music rhythm of hardcore rap is tough.