rap (music)

Chronicle of the hip hop revolution in music that also profiles every performer of consequences and presents a social history. Includes photographs of many performers.

A collection of eighteen essays in which the authors discuss various aspects of jazz and rap music, focusing on the African and African-American origins of the genres.

Presents a brief profile of Hip Hop artist Eminem; and chronicles his childhood, accomplishments and awards, and success in the entertainment industry.

When Camille starts to appear in rap music videos, her close relationship with her friends in the Good Girlz is threatened by her quest for stardom.

Chronicles the culture and popularity of the hip-hop music style, its roots in the music of Jamaica, and how it has spread world wide.

Discusses the personal life and career of the rap musician and actor, Will Smith.

Based on extensive interviews, chronicles the events, ideas, music, and art that brought the hip hop movement from the remains of the 1960s into the new millennium.

Esme Rockett, also known as MC Ferocious, rocks her suburban Minnesota Christian high school with more than the hip-hop music she makes with best friends Marcy (DJ SheStorm) and Tess (The ConTessa) when she develops feelings for her co-MC, Rowie (MC Rohini).

Examines the underlying issues surrounding the controversies related to hip hop music, including violence, racism, sexism, gangs, and equality.

Describes the life and early death of the rap musician and actor Tupac Shakur.