BY LAUREN O’HANLON

HIP HOP

Contents

1. Introduction

2. Dance

3. Music

4. Fashion

5. Art

6. Hip Hop Survey

7. Conclusion

This project will cover every aspect and development of the hip hop culture.

I hope you enjoy!

1. Introduction

Hip Hop began in the 1970s At house parties, basement parties and through the streets of New YorkCreated by the African-American youthHip Hop’s influence has become worldwide 75% of the hip hop audience is non-black McDonald’s, Coca Cola, Nike and other corporate giants have used Hip HopHip Hop is a modern culture consisting of music, dance, fashion and art

2. HIP HOP DANCE

PoppingOriginal funk style from California during the 1960s-70sTechnique of contracting / relaxing muscles to cause jerk movementsPopping creates performances such as the Robot, Waving & Tutting

Wacking Became popular in the 70sFrom modern funk, jazz and soulIt has distinct elements of ‘locking’ A flamboyant style that needs some confidence

Hip Hop dance consists of many types of street dance styles, here are some of my favourites:

2. HIP HOP DANCE

LockingBecame popular during the 80sVery popular style but very demanding on the body’s musclesWhen locking, use correct movements Avoid injury and keep your style sharp

Krumping Free, expressive, exaggerated, highly energetic movementsUsing the arms, head, legs, chest and feetYouths started this dance style to escape gang lifeTo release anger and aggression in a positive non-violent way

3. HIP HOP MUSIC

Hip hop music became popular in the 70sCombines spoken lyrics that rhyme, a back beat and sometimes vocalsHas inspired fashion and lifestyle choices worldwideHip Hop artists who have done exceptionally well are TLC, Kanye West, P. Diddy, Dr. Dre, Eminem, Lauren Hill and NellyAll the artists mentioned above have produced multi-platinum selling albums

4. HIP HOP FASHION

Hip Hop fashion originated with the African-American youth on the streets of New YorkComplements the expression and attitude of the culture in generalImage has changed significantly over the yearsFrom baggy, bright coloured tracksuits to designer labels such as Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Ralph LaurenMany Hip Hop artists such as P. Diddy and Nelly started their own fashion labels and clothing lines in the 90s

5. HIP HOP ARTGraffiti has existed since ancient times. It can be anything from

simple scratch marks to elaborate wall paintingsBecame popular in the US in the late 60sSeen as the visual expression of Hip Hop cultureSpray paint and markers are usually used to produce these elaborate pieces of art

5. HIP HOP ARTUsually found at bus stops, trains, buildings and other public propertySome view graffiti as vandalism while others view it as art It become popular with art dealers in the 80s and made it’s way to art galleries in London, Milan and Paris

6. RESULTS OF HIP HOP SURVEY

I asked my group whether they liked Hip Hop dance / music or not. The age range of people surveyed was between 16 - 55. The results

were a surprise! 60% of 16-25 age group didn’t like Hip Hop50% of over 40’s group liked the Music / Dance

Is this starting a role reversal?

Survey Results

No

0

0.5

1

1.5

2

2.5

3

3.5

16-25 25-40 Over 40

Ages

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ed

Yes

No

7. Conclusion

Hip Hop has spread around the world since it first became popular in the 1970sIt is a very good way of keeping fit, socializing and having funIt’s message is always positive and clear “ No drugs, No violence just dance!!!”

SOURCESwww.wikipedia.orgwwwflickr.comwww.polyvore.co.ukCreativecommonswww.csupomona.edu/rrreese