Conclusion : Discourse

Overview of Rap Music Evolution

• Mainstream Movement

  • Rap music defied cultural critics' expectations by becoming more mainstream post-1983.

Development of New School Style

• Key Innovators

  • Russell Simmons and Run DMC played pivotal roles in the New School style.

• Characteristics

  • The genre is marked by stark textures and electronic edges, setting the stage for further exploration in rap.

Sub Styles of Rap Music

• Emergence of Various Sub Styles

  • Following the New School style, several sub-styles emerged:

    • Comic Rap

    • Message Rap

    • Gangsta Rap

    • West Coast Party Style Rap

Social Commentary in Rap

• Masculinity, Femininity, and Authenticity

  • Understanding discourses of masculinity, femininity, and authenticity is essential rather than viewing them solely as biological facts.

• Relevance to Society

  • Styles like message rap and gangsta rap provide provocative commentary on societal issues, conveying important messages about social contexts.

Future Approaches in Lectures

• Using Discourses as Tools

  • Future discussions will focus on employing discourses to redefine the understanding of rap music.

• Analyzing Arguments

  • Emphasizing the importance of noting arguments made in readings:

    • Document conclusions reached in the material.

    • Pay attention to the types of evidence cited.

    • Consider the presentation style of the evidence to deepen understanding of conclusions.