Chapter 1

In the first chapter of Hip Hop Wars by Tricia Rose the connection of hip hop music and violence is analyzed. This controversial issue examines the effect that rappers lyrics can have on their fans listeners,especially their young fans. Many people believe that while rappers talk about committing violent acts they are not just rapping but they are also influencing. This argument has also been used by both defense and prosecuting layers. I believe that this is surely a very controversial issue because there are many arguments from people who believe that rap music sends a negative message and also from people who believe rap music does not influence bad behavior in people. In my opinion, I believe that rap music that is specially focused on violence and drug use does send a negative message to its audience and therefor influences the way they think and maybe even their actions. I specifically believe that it influences young listeners because they look up to these rappers who they think are cool because they rich and famous and they think that what they rap about is also cool. Many times listeners do not stop and question the meaning behind rappers lyrics and just sing along without realizing that what they're saying is not something most people would be proud of;(murder,gang affiliation,robbery,drug use and abuse,etc.)