Author: jadalynb
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An Introduction to the Feminine Energy in Africa’s Hip Hop Scene
Women across the African diaspora are reclaiming themselves through their work in hip hop music. The rappers are choosing to express themselves openly and freely. Whether they are openly explicit in expressing their sexuality or being braggadocious about their multiplicities as a woman and MC. One thing all artists have in common is that they
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How Jidenna’s “85 to Africa” represents Nigeria and the African Diaspora
Nigerian hip hop artist Jidenna’s described his philosophy on the the album’s title “85 to Africa”, as an interstate highway that runs through the southeastern U.S. route from Atlanta’s Interstate 85 on the way to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. 85 to Africa is Jidenna’s second studio album and features appearances of artists across the African
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Afrocentric Aesthetics in Sampa The Great’s Videography
Sampa The Great has been one of the artist that I seem to cannot get enough of. Her style, and delivery and flow is so unique and eccentric it is hard to not become a fan! and want to listen every word she raps. Sampa The Great the type of rapper that makes you want
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Houston We Have a Problem! Add Thato Jessica to Your Playlist ASAP
Listening to Thato Jessica has been a fresh breath of air. Her sounds give me Lauryn Hill, Drake, and Summer Walker vibes. Problem is a song that you will want to add to your playlist ASAP. The song smooth, catchy beat, something easy to sing along and dance to. Thato Jessica is an R&B/Hip Hop