Brand Nubian

I love Death Cab. Same with System of a Down, Postal Service, Breaking Benjamin, and any other bands.

But i love rap. The first song i ever listened to was by Eminem. My brother pumped rap artists through the stereo speakers of his car through my ears at an early age.

To me, there are different types of rap, this.....is a primer.


1) The normal 'lil jom' rap. This is the type that pisses me off. The only time it doesnt is when im at a party/someones car/toilet.

Ex: Cnady Shop, almost anything from 50 Cent.

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2) The comedian type of song, that usually is a bunch of non-sensical words that are bundled together. Has a jumpy beat.

Example: FACK -Eminem Just Lose It-Eminem

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3) The true gangsta beat. These are songs that that your not ashamed to play in front of your friends no matter what.

Example: Runnin to live-2pac Brand Nubian- Brand Nubian The Return- Brand Nubian

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4) The 'heart of rap' songs. These are songs that represent the whole genre of rap. These are the classics that show that rap isnt just for gangstas, they're for anyone who are willing to listen.

Example : Sing for the Moment-Eminem Maybe One Day-Brand Nubian Killing Me Softly-Fugees




My personal take on how the 'rap' genre can be broken down.



And so it shall be..........