Rap lyrics connect with people because they turn real emotions and life experiences into unforgettable words. From motivational bars to emotional verses, rap music reflects culture, ambition, pain, ...

Perseverance has always been the impetus of hip-hop music. Built on themes of overcoming adversity and fighting through hardship, the genre has birthed some of the most inspirational artists, whose ...

Pitchfork writer Alphonse Pierre’s rap column covers songs, mixtapes, albums, Instagram freestyles, memes, weird tweets, fashion trends—and anything else that catches his attention. Well, the ...