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Chicano rap

Chicano rap is a music genre that emerged in United States in the 1990s. It is usually classed as a form of gangsta rap and Latin hip-hop. Explore key artists and related styles.

About Chicano rap

Chicano rap is a music genre that emerged in United States in the 1990s. It is usually classed as a form of gangsta rap and Latin hip-hop.

From Wikipedia

Chicano rap is a subgenre of hip-hop music that emerged from a community of Mexican-American communities in the United States. The genre itself, combines elements of traditional hip-hop/rap with Chicano culture and the Chicano Movement. Through Chicano rap, Chicano Rappers have discussed many aspects of the Chicano identity, discrimination, inequalities, politics and life.

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What is Chicano rap?

Chicano rap is a music genre that emerged in United States in the 1990s. It is usually classed as a form of gangsta rap and Latin hip-hop.

Where and when did Chicano rap originate?

Chicano rap originated in United States in the 1990s.

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