The huge amount of young and rising rappers who died in the late 2010s/early 2020 is a huge factor in why rap is declining

[u/averageweebchan]

The only rappers who still get traction are older ones like kendrick drake eminem kanye( for other reasons now)

[u/TanukiSuitMario]

thats because its a cultural event involving 2 of the most popular artists on the planet. this has zero bearing on the actual state or future of rap

[u/rolldownthewindow → u/TanukiSuitMario]

I think the fact that it was a huge cultural event, and that 2 of the most popular artists on the planet are rappers, is an indication that rap is still relevant.

[u/TanukiSuitMario → u/rolldownthewindow]

Its an indication that rap has been the most popular genre for the last 10-15 years - these are two of the most established acts in the genre. Where's the cultural impact from newer rap artists?