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Originally Posted by uh-oh
honestly its not even about selling records anymore
just look at whats really dope, and like its always been its usually party records, or drunk vibe shit etc. and it correlates with performing live. look at young thug. he sells out shows and he's hopping around in a dress like a madman. even look at RIFF RAFF. his live shows are why he's big
and thats where the money is at. i mean how many hip hop heads really go out and support, granted they're out there. but how fun is a show where the dude is either focused on spitting his complex shit, or he's jumping around pausing all the time letting his hype man finish his bars because he can't perform and spit em at the same time
its more show oriented is what i'm saying, mixed with just getting views/plays like always/sales.
but its agreed there is no respect for the craft/culture
its part of why i made that other thread, seeing people go at pete rock. some young dolph character. then there are "memes" and shit of these dudes rapping so terrible and defending it, like who gives a shit. kids that never listened to a biggie song or a pac song. etc.
shit changed
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But see it is about selling records. Going on tour is just another way to sell records. That's what it takes these days. That's why people like designer are relevant. Look at this nigga a str8 rip off and still sell records. Why cu no one gives a shit. Back in the 90's even early 00 writing your own shit meant something. That's why people like black thought and mos def are classic. Didn't sell to many records but are considered legends. Now a days it's the opposite. These dudes catch heat for a max 2-3 years and disappear.