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Originally Posted by christiangirl
Someone help me out with the diff between an MC, a rapper, and a lyricist.  I know, generally, the differences but they're being used in unfamiliar contexts here. |
My definition of an MC is someone who can freestyle well, battle and usually stays true to their art form without trying to conform to sell a record. Good with word play. Usually they incorporate DJs into the mix and can move the crowd with their performances. They can cover a myriad of topics in their music. Their music is usually for a select few.
Lyricist and MC can be one in the same. Lyricist write their own material and it tends to be slightly poetic. Good with word play, metaphors, punch lines, and usually has something thought provoking to say. They also can talk about a myriad of topics in their music.
Rappers usually make music for the masses, stuff that sells. Most of time they are stuck on one topic (drugs, murder, whoring for money, goofy catchy themes, etc.) Seldom is it thought provoking. They can move a crowd as well...sometimes. Trying to be trendy becomes their aim.
I feel like I'm missing something, but those are my definitions.
Also rap and hip hop are not the same and the meanings become more jumbled as the years progress
Hybrid Mode
