Hip hop began in 1974 in the Bronx, New York and is comprised of four main elements: emceeing, deejaying, graffiti, and breakdancing. Some of the founding fathers of hip hop include King Tim III, Sugar Hill Gang, Big Bank Hank, and Master Gee. There are three main subgenres of hip hop: gangsta rap which reflects inner-city violence, conscience rap which creates social awareness, and commercial rap which is made for parties and promoting albums. Hip hop has evolved over time and now debates content differences between current and past female artists as well as changes in slang usage.

1. The History of Hip HopBy: Aleseya Clark & Ty’Rese Gregory

2. In the Beginning Official Birthday: November 12, 1974.Hip Hop Defined: a form of popular music that's comprised mainly of 4 elements emceeing, deejaying, graffiti and break dancing these 4 are constantly being merged with others like clothing trends, slang, and general mindset.

3. Founding FathersKing Tim IIISugar Hill GangBig Bank Hank Master Gee Wonder Mike

4. From the roots to the branchesGangsta RapConscience RapCommercial Rap

5. Gangsta RapDefined: a subgenre of hip hop that reflects the violent lifestyles of inner-city youths.NWABiggie SmallsThe GameJeezy

6. Conscience RapDefined: a sub-genre of hip-hop that focuses on creating awareness and imparting knowledge. Traditionally decry violence, discrimination, and other societal ailments.AfrikaBambaataaA Tribe Called QuestCommonLupe Fiasco

7. Commercial RapDefined: music for the club or other social functions. Also used as the single or main promotion song for an artist's album.Soulja BoyNellyT PainDrake

8. Battle it OutFemale Artist Now vs. Female Artist ThenContent Now vs. Content Then

9. Slang: Ya DigDefined: the continual and ever changing use and definition of words.Importance: To use descriptive words to express ones self when communicating with others

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