2013 is creeping to a close. While we experienced an immense amount of Hip-Hop struggle this year, there were some highlights that we can look back to that actually moved the culture forward.
The way recording artists now deliver their music got a dramatic face lift as we got albums surprises and brand partnerships with these releases. Also, the new school of talent recently ushered into the game can lay claim to validation of their spots in the top 10 rappers in the game.
Some usual suspects continued their winning streaks with major business ventures announced and actually brought to fruition. Most importantly we were offered some solid music.
So we present 10 reasons why Hip-Hop flourished in 2013. If you have to look back at the positive of Rap music, look no further.
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Snoop & Suge Squash Beef:
This came as a surprise to many as their long standing beef has included beat downs, accusations of snitching, diss records and attempts of sabotaging album releases.
Kanye West Got Called Out To Task:
A big thank you to Sway, Jimmy Kimmel, Zappos and whoever else called out Kanye West on his occasional lunacy.
Kendrick Lamar Got His Props:
After an impressive debut album and a verse that had rappers actually rapping again, Kendrick got the respect he rightfully deserved this year, by the mainstream.
Chance The RapperĀ Being The Anti Chief Keef:
It was refreshing sight to see Chance The Rapper get some of the spotlight without having to resort to any savagary.
Drake Joins The Toronto Raptors:
Drake was announced as a creative consultant to the Toronto Raptors NBA team.
Rap Groups Made A Comeback:
Run The Jewels, Slaughterhouse and Black Hippy helped keep Rap groups in the forefront in 2013.
