Which of the following statements about hip-hop music is true?
A) It is a broad description of music and culture that includes rapping, sampling/cutting, and deejays.
B) It provides a way for artists to debate issues of gender, race, class, violence, and drugs.
C) It has been criticized for lyrics that degrade women and glorify violence.
D) Some of its most popular artists include Lupe Fiasco and YG.
E) All of the options are correct.

Question

Which of the following statements about hip-hop music is true?
A) It is a broad description of music and culture that includes rapping, sampling/cutting, and deejays.
B) It provides a way for artists to debate issues of gender, race, class, violence, and drugs.
C) It has been criticized for lyrics that degrade women and glorify violence.
D) Some of its most popular artists include Lupe Fiasco and YG.
E) All of the options are correct.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

All of the options are correct. Hip-hop is a broad genre that includes rapping, sampling, and deejaying, and provides a platform for discussing social and political issues. However, some hip-hop lyrics have been criticized for promoting violence and misogyny. Popular artists in the genre include Lupe Fiasco and YG.

Which of the Following Statements About Hip-Hop Music Is True