Old School Rap

Old School Rap emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s in New York City, where talented chaps decided that speaking quickly to a tune was a much better strategy than simply shouting in the pub. This genre is characterised by its simple beats, catchy hooks, and lyrics that often tell a story—like a good night out, but with fewer regrets the next morning. It laid the groundwork for everything that followed, proving that words could rhyme and make you nod your head at the same time, an impressive feat for any evening's entertainment.