The article discusses recent rap albums by older artists, reflecting on the genre's unique relationship with youth and aging. Notable new releases include 2 Chainz, the Alchemist, and Larry June's collaborative album 'Life Is Beautiful.' Despite its youth-oriented culture, the longevity of hip hop over 40 years raises questions about its treatment of aging artists. There are two perspectives: one favors youth as essential for rap's freshness, while the other critiques the genre's tendency to overlook its history, leading to a complex discussion about legacy in hip hop.
Rap’s youth-centrism is easy to love when it coincides with your own youth, but yesterday’s kids inevitably become tomorrow’s adults, making the genre's aging contentious.
The first school of thought suggests that rap's urgency comes from staying young, with styles and values evolving continuously, maintaining its relevance for new generations.
The opposing viewpoint argues that rap’s quickness to overlook aging stars reflects a disregard for its historical legacy, making it unique among music genres.
Hip hop has maintained its place at the center of youth culture for over 40 years, signifying its importance and complex relationship with aging.
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