The Art Of Rap Interview

The speaker expresses interest in various music genres, including trip-hop and dubstep, but criticizes the current state of hip-hop in the U.S. as lacking innovation and being overly sanitized. They compare it to hardcore rap, which evokes a more intense emotional response. The speaker also comments on the celebratory nature of new hip-hop, questioning what is being celebrated.

What does the speaker think about the current state of hip-hop in the U.S.?

• It is not popular anymore.

• It is more hardcore than ever.

• It has become similar to R&B.

• It is innovative and fresh.

Which genre does the speaker mention as being part of their musical interest?

• Jazz

• Classical

• Trip-hop

• Country

How does the speaker describe the music of Drake?

• Innovative and unique

• Raw and intense

• Sanitized and good

• Outdated and boring

What feeling does the speaker associate with listening to hardcore rap?

• A feeling of safety

• An intense and immersive experience

• A relaxed and calm mood

• A sense of celebration

What is the speaker's opinion on the new hip-hop's celebratory tone?

• It is well-deserved.

• It is confusing and unwarranted.

• It is a reflection of reality.

• It is a temporary trend.