What is your opinion of female rap?
quotes:
“Female rap is a fast-growing music genre as more women embrace their talents and empower others to participate.”
“Personally, I love the impact artists like Lil’ Kim and Nicki Minaj have done for feminism and woman empowerment.”
“Female rap is on the rise and these women are fighting against a system that is not meant to shine on them."
"I think the current women rapping are all uniquely similar. This it to say they each bring something different to the table, while still falling under the female rap umbrella."
What have your observed about the public discourse regarding female rap?
quotes:
“When it comes to female rap, there is this idea that there can only be one who is crowned the queen of female rap. It’s almost like they each have to compete against one another.”
“People like to run with this narrative that women who rap only talk about their sexuality and nothing worth considering as ‘serious’.”
"Because the music industry is based on patriarchy, these women have to put in more effort to reach success and that should be celebrated and appreciated, but also addressed.”
"The media seems to be obsessed with picking apart these women and it's frustrating. All they (media) do is entertain and instigate, which does more harm than good."
Of the 3 women included in this Capstone, what is something your respect or appreciate about them?
quotes:
"Nicki Minaj has opened the doors for many women in different spaces, aside from rapping, which has made it easier for the next woman.”
“Megan Thee Stallion is a much-needed voice for pursuing higher education, while pushing confidence on many people. She is an example of beauty and brains that many people can look up to, especially young women.”
“Cardi B has ushered in a new wave of female rap. She worked hard to where she is and has pushed for a different kind of woman empowerment. ”
“I respect the hustle of all three of these beautiful women. I will not pick because they are all strong, brave, beautiful, and talented.”