THE POWER OF HIP HOP

In this video, author and Internet personality Nuri Muhammad speaks about the power of hip hop and the formidable way it has shaped opinions and narratives, bringing about mass consciousness and a desire for change.

Hip hop has grown to be one of the most popular musical genres and has influenced both fashion and politics. Faced with economic hardships, racial discrimination and limited opportunities, the Black community drew on these challenging conditions to create music, poetry and dance that expressed its experiences and emotions.

But hip hop also became a movement for social change and empowerment. Its ability to shed light on social issues, provide creative avenues for expression and healing, and empower marginalised African communities has made hip hop an indispensable tool right up to the present day.

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