

The Best Storytelling Songs in Rap
Oct 24, 2023
Exploring the appeal of storytelling in hip-hop and the use of literary techniques in rap songs. Eminem's storytelling techniques and different personas, including the hunt for the elusive character Mike Lavania. Highlighting storytelling songs like Saba's 'Prom/King' and Little Simz's perspective. Underrated storytelling in Drake's song and Shane Warr's '12 Hours'. Comparing storytelling skills of rap artists like Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, Lupe Fiasco, Slick Rick, Nas, Biggie, and Tupac.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Connecting Literary Techniques with Rap Songs
02:31 • 2min
Eminem's Storytelling Songs and Different Personas
04:10 • 7min
Searching for Mike Lavania and Discussing Storytelling in Rap
11:23 • 2min
Storytelling Songs in Rap: Saba's 'Prom/King' and Little Simz's Perspective
12:57 • 12min
Underrated Storytelling: Drake and Shane Warr
24:38 • 20min
Comparing Rap Artists' Storytelling Abilities
44:33 • 4min