James Brown’s influence on hip-hop is legendary. Explore 8 classic rap songs that sampled his grooves — and still sound fresh ...

A federal judge is pondering the nature of rap battles and the cutting wordplay in Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us,” the megahit diss track that spurred ...

Drake alleges defamation over Kendrick Lamar’s 2024 hit, "Not Like Us," sparking a legal debate on artistic expression in hip ...

Drake sued Universal Music Group — both his and Lamar’s record label — over “Not Like Us,” saying the company published and ...

Luther Vandross didn’t just sing love songs. He invented the kind of vocals that make you want to text your ex, light a ...

The lyrics mention Lamar’s childhood, including people he knew who drank a lot and his grandfather’s drinking habits. These personal stories give context to the song’s focus on alcohol abuse.

The song conveys sensitivity, regret, and the unconditional love a father has for his child, with a promise to fight for her happiness no matter the cost. Mockingbird Lyrics by Eminem ...

Tasting menus and expletives: When fine dining meets hip-hop At restaurants that play hip-hop with explicit lyrics, the owners cite their personal connection to the genre. That doesn’t always ...

Examining how hip-hop lyrics have evolved over 50 years, reflecting changing social attitudes and sparking important conversations about responsibility in music ...

Missy Elliott’s “The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)” became the first rap song to ever be transmitted into deep space last week when NASA’s Deep Space Network (DSN) beamed the Grammy Award-winning ...

Rap helps me figure out life, it’s the medium I use to sort life out.” The process of using recollection of painful memories as a catalyst for artistic expression has its roots in blues music.

The use of lyrics as evidence has a chilling effect on hip-hop culture. Rappers may be forced to self-censor, fearing their music will be used against them in court.