33. "I still listen to all of them. and I disagree with that first sentiment " In response to In response to 1
> > > >>Getting old is never not weird. >> >>Hip hop is and always will be music of the youth or music >that >>celebrates youthfulness.
But that's demonstrably not the case. We got jada opening an album takking about his son. Jay dropping more and more thoughtful material as he ages.
The Roots are the motherfuckin' TONIGHT SHOW HOUSE BAND.
There are so many artists that are addressing their life and their world, as it is, in real time. Not explicitly saying "yeah I'm old", but there's a notable difference in the music as they age.
We got these older legends giving the rub to the kids coming up.
To that end, your point isn't invalid, but doesn't paint the entire picture. Hip hop is music of the youth and celebrates youthfulness, but it's much more than that.