FBG Duck- Chicago and the Capitalization of Black Death
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Alex and Khelil discuss the recent murder of Chicago Rapper FBG Duck, another Chicago rapper's death that seemingly could have been avoided. Looking for a solution to the murder problem in the rap game, they debate who is really responsible for the current state of hip-hop that promotes drug dealing, killing, robbing of black men and the open disrespect to those who have died.
How has rap culture changed to get to the state it is now? Why is it the most dangerous genre of music for the artist? What role do record labels and executives have in promoting and glorifying the killing of "niggas"? What role does the audience have of supporting music that has such a negative message for the community? Why do require rappers to not only make songs about killing, robbing and drug dealing but also require them to have really lived that life? Is there a subconscious effect on the listener who consistently hears music about killing other black people?
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