Hip hop began in the South Bronx of New York City in the1970's. The term rap is often used synonymously with hip hop. Rapping, also known as Emceeing this is a vocal style that artist's use. They generally use an instrumental or a beat that is synthesized. Most of the artist's of these type of genres they make their own lyrics. One of the main artist's that started this industry off is Tupac Shakur.They also incorporate synthesizers, drum machines, and live bands. Rappers may write, memorize, or improvise their lyrics and perform their works a cappella or to a beat.
