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Rakim: How I MC

Feb 28, 2018
Rakim discusses his songwriting process, his mother's influence on his music, the unreleased album with Dr. Dre, and the time he slapboxed with LL Cool J. The live event explores his life and work, offering insights for rising artists. The episode is packed with gems and showcases Rakim's legendary MC skills.
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  • Rock Kim emphasizes intuition and cosmic inspiration in his songwriting process, utilizing diverse influences for lyrical content.
  • Rock Kim reflects on the pioneers of early rap, such as Meli Mel and Grandmaster Caz, who shaped his artistic identity.

Deep dives

Rock Kim discusses his collaboration with the podcast host on a book about his life and creative process

Rock Kim joins the podcast to share insights into his upcoming book, delving into his lyrical complexity, flow intricacies, and creative journey. The episode highlights discussions on songwriting techniques, the influence of musicians like John Coltrane on his work, the unreleased album with Dr. Dre, and memorable moments like slapboxing LL Cool J in 1987.

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