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R.A.P. acronym for rhythm and poetry
RAP means alot of things but the music got the name as an acronym spelling out rhythm and poetry 2603:9000:E107:8800:ABA5:AFFA:2E6:31AC (talk) 01:44, 8 September 2023 (UTC)
- As discussed in the article, "rythym & poetry" is a backronym and not the real origin of the term. Ertal72 (talk) 02:28, 4 December 2023 (UTC)
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add about how hiphop influenced kpop and rap style in kpop, and idol reapper in korea to Derivatives and influence 14.52.120.38 (talk) 05:40, 10 January 2024 (UTC)
- Not done: it's not clear what changes you want to be made. Please mention the specific changes in a "change X to Y" format and provide a reliable source if appropriate. Cannolis (talk) 05:51, 10 January 2024 (UTC)]
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Naming
A rapper's name is the most important element that reflects his personality, style and creative essence. It serves as a business card, makes a lasting impression on the audience and helps to promote the artist in the market. A well-chosen rap name is often used as a unique brand that promotes recognition and connects with fans.
Creating a memorable and impressive rap name requires a combination of creativity, self-awareness and cultural resonance. Therefore, it is best to utilize a variety of methods to create a name:
- A real name (for example Drake or Lil Wayne);
- nickname (for example Jay-Z);
- cultural and artistic influences (for example Nas or 6ix9ine);
- based on a notable physical characteristic (for example: Lil Kim);
- by phrase (for example 2 Chainz);
- using a rap name generator (for example: Childish Gambino and Post Malone). Bllporter (talk) 14:39, 21 January 2024 (UTC)
- Not done: please provide reliable sources that support the change you want to be made. Liu1126 (talk) 17:15, 21 January 2024 (UTC)
- Hello Liu1126!
- Drake's real name is https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drake_(musician).
- Lil Wayne is https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lil_Wayne (based on real name).
- Is that okay? Bellaprtr (talk) 15:24, 7 February 2024 (UTC)
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