Ab-Soul, Sauce Walka & A$AP Ferg discuss the importance of lyricism in hip-hop
Today, compared to when hip-hop first emerged, the main transformation lies in the ease with which new artists can break through. Previously, a rapper aspiring for recognition needed to demonstrate exceptional lyrical ability; otherwise, producers, DJs, and record labels would be reluctant to work with them. Nowadays, thanks to technology and independent platforms, anyone with talent has more opportunities to gain visibility and build a career in hip-hop.