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Laura Frantz
404LE
Spring 2005

Powerful. Passionate. Candid. Controversial. Angry. Antagonistic. Tender. Tough. Caring. Compassionate. Funny. Scary. Sexy. Always Memorable.

Welcome to the music, the lyrics, the history and the stories of the hip-hop community.

Once dismissed as a fad, hip hop has proven to be a cultural phenomenon that influences music, film, fashion, language and more.

You will find athletes, activists, musicians, moguls, actors, entrepreneurs, poets and pioneers. Click on the photos to learn more about these icons.

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