Let’s keep it real: Hip-Hop just ain’t what it used to be. Some of these new wave rappers have dumbed-down one of the biggest genres in music today. Now, if you’re a fan of them, more power to you; But if you’re like most, true, hip-hop heads, you’re probably trying to bring hip-hop back to its essence. Just make sure to note these three things to avoid becoming a wack rapper.

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