5 Hip-Hop Myths You Should Stop Believing

Hip-hop has been with us for more than four decades now, but some myths persist. Between alarmist Fox News reports and preconceived notions of hip-hop, it's become difficult to separate fact from fiction.

To clear up the confusion once and for all, I've highlighted the most common hip-hop misconceptions that need to go.

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us 5 Hip-Hop Myths You Should Stop Believing Hip-hop has been with us for more than four decades now, but some myths persist. Between alarmist Fox News reports and preconceived notions of hip-hop, it's become difficult to separate fact from fiction. To clear up the confusion once and for all, I've highlighted the most common hip-hop misconceptions that need to go. Henry Adaso Rap/Hip-Hop Expert The Appealing Blandness of J. Cole   J. Cole is boring. And that's not necessarily a bad thing. Here's why I actually wish other rappers were as boring as Cole. READ NOW 5 Biggest Hip-Hop Misconceptions   Most hip-hop misconceptions are rooted in misunderstanding. Here are the biggest hip-hop myths and misconceptions that need to go. READ NOW Who Killed Jam Master Jay?   Jam Master Jay had no known enemies. Who would want him dead? READ NOW 25 Rap Songs To Get You Pumped Up   Nothing, and I mean nothing, makes for the best pump up songs quite like rap music. Here are 25 rap songs that will get you pumped up for a workout. READ NOW Featured Articles • Bo and Hope's Days of Our Lives Reunion: 4 Things That Will Happen • Days of Our Lives Spoilers November 2 to 6, 2015 • The Real Reason Peter Reckell Came Back to Days of Our Lives • Alison Sweeney Returning to Days of Our Lives • Weirdo the Cat-Killing Superchicken • 10 Facts You May Not Know About Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' • Have you seen these 'South Park' Halloween episodes? • No Thanks, I'll Pass! 18 Strange And Funny Food Labeling Fails Advertisement About Rap/Hip-Hop  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Rap/Hip-Hop newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.