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Old 01-18-2011, 10:10 AM   #11 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Abearmauledme View Post
Well yeah, but I'm saying most. There have always been talented lyricists, but the beats are what have evolved most right? I just don't think that emcees have really been breaking that much new ground, which is not to say that some aren't amazing and fascinating to listen to. All i'm saying is that if you look back on all of hip-hop, the greatest changes have occurred in the beats and rhythms used.
Good point, but I dunno, man. It's kind of hard to say. Lyrical technique has come a long way.
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