Twigs Spot

Rap music. Hip-Hip. That’s what’s hot! Thats what people crave. Many people, many cities, many ages, many races, they all want the "hot new joint." As a musician, and someone who enjoys all types of music, I enjoy listening to rap music. It’s actually part of my job, as a hip-hop dance teacher. Like any other genre, there are good, talented artists, and there are a whole lot of idiots, who somehow manage to get a recording contract. I guess a lot of it is about the image they project. I mean, it seems like it would be relatively simple to write a legit rap song. Right?

Well, don’t be so sure. While anyone who can rhyme and keep a beat can write a rap, writing a good song is a different ballgame altogether. There are many factors to consider: rhyme, rhythm, meter, tempo, intonation, melody, and most importantly content. Just like any other form of popular music, there are a lot of variables, and once the mix is right on paper, the artist must bring their unique vibrancy to the song. I would argue it is actually harder to write a good rap song than many other genres(i could write a good blues song in 10 minutes, although I couldn’t play it!) A good rapper has the power to move and inspire, as well as entertain (check out Kanye West and Talib Kwali), but  a 50 Cent type will get equal playtime on the air, because his songs are really freakin catchy! Simple, easily recognizable, and utterly requestable at a club or party. Don’t be surprised if you see me bouncing to one of those mindless songs like "In Da Club!" I can’t help myself when the beat takes over!  Over the next week or two, i am going to write a rap song. That’s right, twigs is gonna lay down a track, ya heard?! Then we’ll see just how easy(or difficult) it really is!

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