{"product_id":"the-rap-year-book-the-most-important-rap-song-from-every-year-since-1979-discussed-debated-and-deconstructed","title":"The Rap Year Book: The Most Important Rap Song From Every Year Since 1979, Discussed, Debated, and Deconstructed","description":"From Sugarhill Gang to NWA to Biggie to Kanye, The Rap Year Book takes readers on a journey that begins in 1979, widely regarded as the moment rap became recognized as part of the cultural and musical landscape.\n\nNew York Times and Washington Post Bestseller * Foreword by Ice-T\n\nFeaturing illustrations by Arturo Torres, The Rap Year Book is an in-depth look at the most influential genre of music in our generation.\n\nComplete with infographics, lyric maps, hilarious and informative footnotes, portraits of the artists, and short essays by prominent music writers, The Rap Year Book is both a narrative and illustrated guide to the most iconic and influential rap songs ever created.\n\nAward-winning writer Shea Serrano deftly pays homage to the most important rap song of each year. He also examines the most important moments that surround the history and culture of rap music—from artists’ backgrounds to issues of race, the rise of hip-hop, and the struggles among its major players—both personal and professional. Covering East Coast and West Coast, famous rapper feuds, chart toppers, and showstoppers.\n\nIt’s like the gold tank from Master P’s “Make ’Em Say Uhh!” video, except it’s a book. It’s like Kanye’s verse on “Put On,” except it’s a book. It’s like the face Biggie made when on the boat with Puff in “Hypnotize,” except it’s a book.\n\nSongs include: 1979: Rapper’s Delight 1982: The Message 1988: Straight Outta Compton 2004: Still Trippin’ 2007: International Players Anthem 2010: Monster\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 1419718185\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: DBV.1419718185.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Serrano, Shea\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: Gently used with minimal wear on the corners and cover. A few pages may contain light highlighting or writing, but the text remains fully legible. Dust jacket may be missing, and supplemental materials like CDs or codes may not be included. May be ex-library with library markings. Ships promptly!  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Dream Books Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41449031401530,"sku":"DBV.1419718185.G","price":8.08,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/6011\/0138\/files\/1419718185-0.jpg?v=1780877609","url":"https:\/\/shop.dreambooksco.com\/products\/the-rap-year-book-the-most-important-rap-song-from-every-year-since-1979-discussed-debated-and-deconstructed","provider":"Dream Books Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}