Hip-Hop & the Global Imprint of a Black Cultural Form (original) (raw)

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Hip-hop has evolved into a global cultural movement that transcends traditional boundaries of identity, nationhood, and community. Emerging from black and Latino youth in the 1970s, it integrates music, dance, visual arts, and a unique worldview that identifies members as part of a 'hip-hop nation.' This community, characterized by its diverse backgrounds and collective commitment to artistic expression, challenges conventional notions of race and identity while fostering a democratizing ethos that empowers individuals across socioeconomic divides.