The Hip Hop Generation: Young Blacks and the Crisis in African- American Culture
The Hip Hop Generation: Young Blacks and the Crisis in African- American Culture by Bakari Kitwana is a study on the first generation of hip hop, and how social and political views shaped the community. Bakari Kitwana has other titles that speak on hip hop including: Hip Hop Activism In An Obama Era, and Why White Kids Love Hip Hop.
Well, I guess it is time to brush up on my reading.
When I first started reading your list, I had doubts as to whether you would be able to give us 10 quality titles. I have to admit you did and it’s not that easy!
I actually read the Anthology of Rap. It’s gonna be a little boring, but you learn a lot from it.
I love Dan Charnas’ book. It is instructive to all small business owners, not just those involved in hiphop.
I have Book of Rap Lists. That’s one funny book.