Desi Hip-Hop Revolution
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Desi Hip-Hop Revolution

INDIAN HIP-HOP

DESI HIP-HOP REVOLUTION.

Desi hip-hop is a relatively new genre of music that originated in South Asia, specifically in INDIA, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. It is a unique blend of traditional South Asian music with Western hip-hop, incorporating elements of rap, spoken word, and electronic beats. The genre has gained popularity over the past few years, and a new generation of Desi hip-hop artists has emerged, spearheading a revolution in the music industrys.

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DESI HIP-HOP FACTS✓

Desi hip-hop is a genre of music that originated in the Indian subcontinent and has gained immense popularity in recent years. Here are some interesting facts about Desi hip-hop:Desi hip-hopemerged in the early 2000s in India, when hip-hop artists like Baba Sehgal and Shaair + Func started incorporating Indian influences into their music.

  1. The term 'Desi' refers to the people, cultures, and products of South Asia. So, Desi hip-hop is a blend of traditional South Asian sounds and Western hip-hop beats.

  2. Desi hip-hop gained wider recognition in 2012 when Yo Yo Honey Singh's song 'Brown Rang' became a massive hit in India and overseas.

  3. In 2016, rapper Divine's song 'Jungli Sher' became a sensation, bringing Desi hip-hop to the mainstream. His autobiographical song 'Mere Gully Mein' was later remixed by international rapper Nas.

  4. MASTER

  5. Many Desi hip-hop artists use their music to highlight social issues like poverty, corruption, and inequality.

  6. The growing popularity of Desi hip-hop has led to the emergence of several record labels and music festivals dedicated to the genre.

  7. THE LAST RIDE 🎵

  8. Desi hip-hop has also influenced popular culture in India, with fashion and lifestyle brands incorporating the genre's aesthetics and language into their products.

  9. Desi hip-hop artists have collaborated with several international musicians, including Snoop Dogg, Akon, and Wiz Khalifa.

  10. Some of the popular Desi hip-hop artists include Divine, Naezy, Raftaar, Emiway Bantai, and Badshah.

  11. Desi hip-hop continues to evolve, with artists experimenting with new sounds and styles, making it an exciting genre to watch out for.

  12. Photo by Simon Weisser on Unsplash