Abstract, Abstract expressionism, Abstract painting, Atmospheric, Beautiful , Cool, Distorted, Eclectic, Erotic, Experimental, Organic, Political

Shawn Corey Carter (born December 4, 1969),[1] better known as his stage name, Jay-Z, is an American hip hop artist and businessman. He is the former CEO of Def Jam Recordings[2] and Roc-A-Fella Records. He co-owns The 40/40 Club and the New Jersey Nets. He is one of the most financially successful h

Pioneering, Political, Pop, Power

James Brown was one of the most important figures in 20th century popular music and was one of the early creators of R&B,Soul, and Funk music. His musical innovations were also crucial to the creation of Hip Hop, Disco, A wide variety of Electriconic music styles, and a variety of international popul

Ecstatic, Euphoric, Improvised, Pioneering, Political, Pop, Primal, Rhythmic

K'Naan (born Kanaan Warsame ) is a Somali-born rapper currently working in Canada. His powerful lyrics are influenced by Somalia's rich poetic tradition and describe the plight of Somalis and other Africans. He grew up listening to hip-hop albums that his father, already living in America, would sen

Angry, In-your-face, Lyrical, Political, Tragic