Artists and Bands Profiles Gangsta Rap and Controversial Lyrics: A Deep Dive into Musical Rebellion and Societal Impact Jack, In the late 1980s and early 1990s, a new wave of music emerged from the streets of urban America, offering a stark, unapologetic portrait of life in inner-city neighborhoods. This genre, known as gangsta rap, was characterized by its vivid narratives of violence, poverty, resistance, and survival. Pioneered by artists… Continue Reading