Hip-hop music as a genre has grown in popularity and oftentimes notoriety among younger generations for its catchy beats, the interesting artists behind them, and the relationships that come as a result of them, whether those be for better or for worse. Beyond its redeeming qualities, however, there has been a push in recent years […]
Gender Portrayals in Hip-Hop Lyrics Read Post »
Isabella Chaves, Amee Davis, Amanda Layfield, Anna Lytz, Nina Grilli This study delves into the investigation of the intersection of gendered language, hegemonic masculinity, homophobia, and social class structures found in hip-hop lyrics. Inspired by the insights of linguistic anthropologist H. Samy Alim, we explore the manifestation of “lyrical freedom” as both oppressive and liberating
Exploring Hegemonic Language: Its Impact on Insults in Media, Rap Battles, and Lyricism Read Post »