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Conscious Hip-Hop Music Group Conscious music differs from mainstream or gangsta rap in its concentrate on violence, crime and materialism by encouraging individual self-discovery that could ultimately lead to positive collective change.    While hip-hop's legacy may be long and complex, some artists have were able to bring its philosophy into mainstream consciousness. These rappers all share an antipathy towards commercialism while emphasizing social issues which affect society all together.  Poor Righteous Teachers ? THE BRAND NEW World Order    Poor Righteous Teachers were established in Trenton, New Jersey in 1999 as pro-Black hiphop artists. Led by lead MC Wise Intelligent who provides lyrics; Culture Freedom and Father Shaheed provide backing vocals and production respectively.    PRT's 1990 debut Holy Intellect epitomized the socially conscious hip-hop music movement of early 1990. Showcasing an edgeless approach with no polish or refinement present among their contemporaries, PRT embodied conscious music's true meaning in their music.  Kendrick Lamar ? The Blacker The Berry    Conscious hip hop is really a subgenre of hip-hop music that explores political and Afrocentric topics through lyrics compiled by rappers who try to educate their listeners about social problems while motivating them to take action as a result of what they hear in the rhymes they perform.    Kendrick Lamar uses this track's lyrics to dismantle common stereotypes about blackness. He proudly proclaims his own African American heritage and dispels any negative images developed by privileged white Americans.    Texas Hip-Hop Music Group refers to Pan-Africanism, an ideology advocating a return of Africans with their roots and culture, an excellent exemplory case of conscious hip-hop music. This song stands as a shining example.  Common ? The Blacker The Pen    Common is more popular among the pioneers of conscious hiphop music and his immense discography bears testament to this fact. From groundbreaking albums that affirm humanity to thought-provoking singles that provoke debate, Common remains just about the most beloved MCs today.    Like Water for Chocolate by Common can be an outstanding hip-hop classic and can only progress with age. From Afrocentricity and shifting hip-hop culture to a range of social ills, Like Water For Chocolate stands among the finest albums ever released in hip-hop history and can only become better over time.  Sa-Roc ? The Sharecropper?s Daughter    The Sharecropper's Daughter can be an engaging and socially aware album that unashamedly celebrates black women. Boasting Conscious Hip-Hop Music Group -tier emceeing, superior wordplay and outstanding guest performances by Sa-Roc, her rhymes come across with unrivaled authority.    Sa-Roc is known for her polished articulation, fiery delivery, and insightful lyricism; thus making her lyrics accessible to those seeking to get away from mainstream rap's excesses by giving socially conscious lyrics.    Since signing with Rhymesayers Records in 2015, Sa-Roc has steadily been growing her fanbase through an engaging singles series and eye-catching music videos such as "Forever", which currently boasts over 4 million views on YouTube. Now she is unveiling her long awaited debut album for Rhymesayers Records entitled The Sharecropper's Daughter.  Brother Ali ? Mourning IN THE US And Dreaming In Color    Conscious Rap is a form of hiphop music characterized by lyrics that address issues facing society and urge individuals to take social action. As time passes, this subgenre of hip hop has grown ever more popular, becoming relevant genre in every nation that enjoys rap music.    Conscious rappers frequently reference class oppression and racism in their lyrics, though not necessarily exclusively so; many artists don't limit themselves to making only conscious music.  X Clan ? Blackwards    Blackwards was released as the follow-up album to their landmark To the East album and features an extraordinary production team and Brother J, one of Hip-Hop music's premier emcees, making this record essential listening.    Grand Verbalizer Funkin' Lesson Brother J is joined on this album by production from Master China, Kumu, "Ultraman" Ra Hanna, ACL Lord Cza and DJ Fat Jack. Furthermore, this lyrically dense work has an example of what hip hop should represent: intelligence and upliftment over guns, money and bitches.

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