When rap came out 30 years ago I thought it was just a fad

@souljasmooth You see this.  Thug this thug that.  We know that that means.  Anyway. I see that you listen by your suggestions.  You will not see much of that in these kind of forums.  You will get blanket statements and challenges to folks that maybe are not as deep into to rap as we once were. I guess that how it is. Anyway I was listening to ll cool j and whodini today and may wish for 1985.  Made me think of all the music, motivation and messages.  It also made me think of the fun.  Enjoy your music.  

I was just trying to keep it fun by posting a few songs that are not commercialized, and that most audiophiles have never heard.  This discussion is way too serious. I doubt anyone even cared to listen to them....lol. 

I came out a lot longer than 30 yrs ago.  Just listen to (and watch the video of) Dylan's "Subterranean Homesick Blues"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=67u2fmYz7S4

This is where it all started.  Seriously. Dylan was/is a "f@@@ing" genius

@souljasmooth that right.  The purpose of the original poster was never to actually get an answer. It was just say it's terrible. However, I listen to hip hop and mostly jazz.  I can respect any genre. Anyway enjoy your music.  I grew up on it and I am happy for the younger guys who are still doing it. Great cultural impact. Some good some bad. Like most other music.  

This thread would have lasted about 5 minutes on just about any owner reputable music forum before being zapped by a moderator. Let me guess...one of your best friends is black?