"Rap is a gimmick, but I'm for the hip-hop, the culture"
- Method Man
About this Quote
In this quote, Method Man reveals his perspective on rap and hip-hop. He begins by specifying that "Rap is a trick," suggesting that there may be elements of the category aimed at attracting attention or acquiring popularity through shallow ways. However, he clarifies that he personally aligns himself with "the hip-hop, the culture." This implies that Method Man values the essence and compound of hip-hop, acknowledging it as a distinct cultural motion. While rap may be seen as a surface-level representation of hip-hop, Method Man's emphasis on the culture recommends his support and appreciation for the deeper components and artistic expression rooted in hip-hop's history and origins.
This quote is written / told by Method Man somewhere between April 1, 1971 and today. He/she was a famous Musician from USA.
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