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Rap Lyrics on Trial

This chapter examines the troubling trend of using rap lyrics as courtroom evidence, focusing on a high-profile case involving a well-known rapper. It highlights issues of free expression, racial bias, and the evolving nature of hip-hop from its playful roots to its complex social commentary.

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