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Episode Synopsis
In this episode, J-Hall explores the controversy surrounding hip hop and its impact on the community. He discusses the early days of hip hop and the resistance it faced from Black elders. He also examines the influence of hip hop on suburban youth and the commercialization of the genre. J delves into recent controversy sparked by rapper D1 and the responses from Rick Ross and Jim Jones. He also addresses Dr. Umar's critique of hip hop and the need for the genre to grow and evolve. J emphasizes the importance of artists challenging themselves and the culture to mature and address important issues.
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