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rapping

/ˈɹæp.ɪŋ/

Meanings
  • noun

    A musical style of rhyming speech that is recited with music, often accompanied by rhythmic beats.

    - "Rapping is a popular genre of music that originated in the United States."
    - "The rapper delivered a powerful message through his lyrics during the performance."

Synonyms

knock , noogie
Rhymes
Words rhyming with rapping
clapping , happing , wrapping
Variants
List of all variants of rapping that leads to same result
rap , rapped , rapping , raps , rapt , spirit rapping , spirit rappings , spirit-rapping , spirit-rappings , table rapping , table rappings , table tapping , table tappings , table-rapping , table-rappings , table-tapping , table-tappings
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The origin of the term 'rapping' is believed to come from the African-American Vernacular English word 'rap', meaning to talk quickly and fluently.


Trivia
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  1. The first recorded use of the term 'rapping' in relation to music was in 1979, when the song 'Rapper's Delight' by the Sugarhill Gang was released.

  2. The longest rap recorded in the Guinness World Records is 24 hours and 3 minutes long, by Logic.

  3. The term 'MC' or 'Master of Ceremonies' is often used interchangeably with 'rapper'.


Related Concepts
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  1. Hip Hop: Rapping is a key component of hip hop culture, which also includes DJing, breakdancing, graffiti art, and rap music.


Culture
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Rapping has a rich cultural history, originating in African-American and Latino communities in the United States in the late 1970s. It has since become a global phenomenon, influencing music, art, fashion, and language. Rapping is often used as a form of social commentary, storytelling, and self-expression.

How to Memorize "rapping"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a rapper standing on stage, wearing a microphone and delivering lyrics with rhythm and energy.
    - Visualize the beat dropping and the crowd responding with enthusiasm.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'rapping' with the sound of a beat and the rhythmic flow of lyrics.
    - Think of a rapper as a storyteller, using words to paint a picture and convey a message.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym R-A-P-P-I-N-G to remember the different components of rapping: Rhythm, Attitude, Pace, Power, Intensity, Nuance, and Groove.


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