Rapping, deconstructed: The best rhymers of all time
Vox · 3 HN recommendations
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Vox breaks down how great rappers build rhymes, from Kurtis Blow's simple bars to Biggie's smooth flow and Kendrick Lamar's dense, fast delivery. It uses on-screen visualizations of rhyme structure.
Why HN recommends it: HN recommends it as an accessible explanation of rhyme craft that works even for people who aren't hip hop fans.
“Please consider this required watching, even if you have no interest in hip-hop music” Read on HN ↗