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Rap Dictionary Second Edition is Out Now! Attention rap fans, enthusiasts and wordsmiths! The highly anticipated Second Edition of the Rap Dictionary is finally here—and it’s fuller, better, and fresher than ever. Whether you’re a hardcore hip-hop historian, a linguistics lover, or simply someone who appreciates the creative artistry of rap culture, this updated edition […]
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Moroccan rapper ElGrandeToto also known as EGT reads the Rap Dictionary. Watch and listen to rapper ElGrandeToto (EGT) as he reads some rap/hip-hop terms, slang, words, and phrases from the first edition of the Rap Dictionary. ElGrandeToto reads Cypher, Dawg, GOAT, Ganja, Fugazi, Gang Gang, H-Town, Pager, and a lot more. “Can I keep this […]
Watch and listen to rapper 24hrs as he reads some rap/hip-hop terms, slang, words, and phrases from the first edition of the Rap Dictionary. He gives his thoughts on some of the words he reads. He also learns what Wipe his nose & OFWGKTA means. 24hrs reads 3 peat, Space coupe, Cheddar, Krunk, Jit, KK, […]
Toronto rapper Swavy reads the Rap Dictionary. Watch and listen to Toronto rapper Swavy as he reads some rap/hip-hop terms, slang, words, and phrases from the first edition of the Rap Dictionary. He gives his thoughts on some of the words he reads. Swavy shares why they call him “Lonewolf” and tells a story about […]
Watch and listen to Toronto-based rapper Cocanina as she reads some rap/hip-hop terms, slang, words, and phrases from the first edition of the Rap Dictionary. She gives her thoughts on some of the rap words & shares a story seeing “FBI”. Cocanina reads Buzzed, Dump, Durag, Fein, Heated, Heater, Hipster, Icy, Lackin’, Lamb, and more […]
Unleash the Inner Hip-Hop Scholar in you, take the Rap Dictionary Quiz on the Rap Trivia App. In the Rap Trivia app there is a Rap Dictionary quiz, Hip-hop, as an art form, is not just about beats and rhymes; it’s a culture that has its own language. From street slang to intricate wordplay, the […]
Rap Dictionary+ app provides offline access to the Rap Dictionary library and it is available on iOS and Android. Our Rap Dictionary app is a FREE A-Z guide to understanding the comprehensive collection of slang, acronyms, and terminology used in the hip-hop world. However, being online-dependent isn’t always fun and possible, especially when you’re on […]
As the year 2023 draws to a close, it’s time for Rap Dictionary to crown its Word of the Year. Drumroll with loud 808s please! and the winner is… “Rizz”! This emerging term has taken the hip-hop world by storm in 2023, leaving rappers and fans saying it. Much like many slang terms in the […]
An Easy Guide to Downloading the Rap Dictionary App Rap Dictionary® is a FREE, simple, & accessible library of Rap/Hip-Hop terminology, slang, acronyms, phrases, lingo, ebonics, abbreviations, & more. With 5,000+ terms & definitions used in Hip-Hop & Rap music, RapDictionary.com app lets you look up & learn thousands of urban slang terms while improving […]
The Official Rap Dictionary App: Unlocking the Language of Hip-Hop The world of rap & hip-hop is well known for its unique language and terminology. In 2020, we officially published the first edition of the Rap Dictionary: An A-Z Guide to Rap/Hip-Hop, which you can buy here, since then we have released it on Kindle […]
Hip Hop 50! It’s been 50 years of Hip-Hop! Today is August 11th, 2023, officially marking 50 years of Hip Hop. The genre we all love today. 50 years ago today, hip hop pioneers laid the foundation for Hip Hop at 1520 Segdwick Ave, Bronx, NY! As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip hop […]
Watch and listen to Toronto based rapper Road Runner as he reads some terms, slang, words, and phrases from the first edition of the Rap Dictionary. He gives some advice “stay on your money game” when reading “Gold digger”, talks about what feels like “Vacay” to him, and more. “I’ve never seen a Rap Dictionary […]
Watch and listen to Toronto artist Lady SB as she reads some terms, slang, words, and phrases from the first edition of the Rap Dictionary. She laughs at some of the words, notices Toronto words like “Ting” and pulls out some new words she didn’t know like “Poon” and more. “I love this book” – […]
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If you are a creative of any kind, especially a musician or producer, some questions that might have gone through your head include; Is there a studio finder app to find studios? Where can i use a studio finder? How can i use a studio finder? The answer to the question “Is there a studio […]
Watch this hilarious 3 minute clip of kids from Boston, Massachusetts reading the Rap Dictionary. The kids called the Rap Dictionary the “Rap Bible”. “It ain’t no Rap Dictionary, its a Rap Bible”. The full video can be found here and on YouTube under the title “Boston reads the Rap Dictionary”. Watch the video below.
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In the past, if you wanted to record your own music or podcast, you had to invest in your own recording equipment and set up a studio in your own home or rent one at a high cost. However, thanks to Stufinder, you can now rent music, rehearsal, and podcast studios in Canada at an […]
If you’re a fan of rap music, you may have come across the term “Stu” in lyrics or social media posts by rappers. But what does “Stu” mean in rap? In this post, we’ll explore the meaning of “Stu” and how rappers use it in their music. “Stu” is a slang term that originated in […]
6 benefits & uses of a Rap Dictionary If you’re a fan of rap music, you know that the genre has a language all its own. From slang to double entendres, rap lyrics can be difficult to decipher for the uninitiated. That’s where a rap dictionary can come in handy. Here are six uses for […]
There is now an app to book studio time! It’s called Stufinder. Stufinder lets you find & book recording studios so What is a Studeur? As a musician or producer, one of the most important aspects of creating music is having access to a high-quality recording studio. Unfortunately, finding and booking a studio that fits […]
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What does Juice WRLD mean by 999? We’ll explain The number 999 was popular with the late rapper Juice WRLD but what does this number mean or represent? Juice WRLD always repped 999, he had 999 in his Instagram handle, he named his first pre-label project “Juice WRLD 999”, he has many tattoos with the […]
Presidents used as money in Hip-Hop “i’m out for dead presidents to represent me” As we all know presidents end up on money, Dead presidents appear on federal notes and rappers have a lot of slang for money. It is common in hip-hop culture to refer to money using president-themed slang, such as “Benjamins” or […]
2022 has been a good year for music, We have a great feeling about 2023. Kanye West, Travis Scott, Drake, Future, Chief Keef, Joe Trufant, and so many artists are dropping new music in 2023. There were a lot of new trends, rap slang and terms that have been used a lot this year but […]
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The Many Nicknames of Lil Wayne’s Nicknames Dwayne Michael Carter Jr., famously known as Lil Wayne, is one of the greatest rappers of all time. Here is a list of the many nicknames of Lil Wayne. Weezy Tunechi Tune Weezy F Baby Birdman Jr Big Stunna Big Tymer Big Money Weezy The Carter Dr. Carter […]
New York (also known as NYC/N.Y.C.) is the place Hip-Hop began in 1973, the Bronx to be exact, 1520 Sedgwick Ave (the Birthplace of Hip-Hop). The Bronx (also known as BX or the Boogie down) is one of New York City’s five boroughs. Here are the 5 Boroughs of New York City. New York Area […]
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49 years of Hip-Hop! Today is August 11th, 2022. 49 years ago today, Hip Hop was born! Happy 49th Birthday to Hip-Hop. August 11th, 1973. On August 11th, 1973, DJ Kool Herc threw a back-to-school jam in the Bronx, New York & Coke La Rock (Hip-Hop’s first MC) performed. This was the night all the […]
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What does it mean to smoke a (insert name of an opp here) or (x) pack in rap music & culture? or what does it mean to have someone turned to a pack? We’ll explain. The term pack referring to a dead person originated in Chicago, A pack is a dead person or someone who […]
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Young Thug is known for coining the word Slatt. Thugger has been using Slatt since 2014 and influenced a lot of rappers to use the word since. Here are 10 times Young Thug has used the term “Slatt” on a song. “Slime Thugger wit’ it Wit’, Slime DK wit it, Slatt” – Young Thug, Stoner. […]
Snoop Dogg is the originator of the phrase Fa Shizzle, My Nizzle. Here are some of the Hip-Hop Izzles Nizzle Bizzle Wizzle Fo’Shizzle Tizzle Fizzle Hizzle Rizzle Skizzle Off the Hizzle
2021 has been a good relief year since Covid and an interesting one to start the decade for the world. There are a lot of rap slang and terms that have been used a lot this year but none like Zaza. Zaza is slang for really exotic weed. The Rap Term of the Year 2021 […]
What does it mean to be X deep? Not deep as in thought or intellectual but 10 deep, 4-deep, 10-deep, roll deep, rolling deep, etc. These are all adjectives but what does it mean to be deep? When a rapper or someone says they are X deep, they are saying they are X packed into […]
You probably just heard of artists releasing an EP or an LP and wondering what the difference is between an EP or an LP. This article will explain. We must start with understanding what EP & LP mean. EP means Extended Play. LP means Long Play or Long Playing. A play is a single record […]
2020 has been a different year and an interesting one to start the decade for the world. The music industry (at least the touring part) is one of the industries impacted due to the coronavirus. It all started when SXSW announced its cancellation and later Live Nation cancelled all tours. Major artists weren’t able to […]
What does “certified platinum”, “going platinum”, or “went platinum” mean in music? What does it mean when rappers and musicians have a “platinum” record? We’ll explain what it means. Platinum is a music certification used in the music industry by The RIAA (The Recording Industry Association of America). Platinum means a song or album has […]
Kendrick Lamar released his second studio album ‎good kid, m.A.A.d city on October 22, 2012, the album put K. Dot in the mainstream eye. What does “m.A.A.d” mean and what does it stand for in Kendrick Lamar’s “good kid, m.A.A.d city” ? In 2012, Kendrick revealed m.A.A.d has two meanings. “It’s two, two meanings. The […]
Here is a list of the most common marijuana measurements used by rappers in hip-hop/rap music. Marijuana is formally measured by an ounce. Below is a complete weed measurements guide: Marijuana quantities and weights. A gram = Dime bag, 1 or 2 joints worth 3.5 grams = Eighth (1/8 oz) 7 grams = Q or […]
Schoolboy Q is known to always capitalize the letter “H”, on his Twitter, Snapchat, IG, or whatever platform he’s typing on, he capitalizes the letter H. In 2011, Q revealed in a tweet that he capitalizes his H because of; Hiipower, Hippy, Hoover, Heaven, Hell, which all represent his life. “wHy my H always capitalized???? […]
Rappers always refer to the term “Hood Rich” but what does it mean? and What does it mean to be “hood rich”? Let’s explain.. Hood Rich is when someone is spending money on materialistic things while they still live in the hood. Someone who is hood rich might have a two bedroom house in the […]
The slang, term, adlib, and acronym “SLATT” was coined by Young Thug. “SLATT” is 100% an original Young Thug adlib, “SLATT” was first used by Young Thug on “Some More” produced by TM88, Metro Boomin & Sonny Digital, which released on November 26, 2013. “SLATT” has been used by many rappers since 2013 like; Playboi […]
“Who’s your plug”, “I got the plug”, “I know the plug”, “let me connect you to the plug”. For over a decade now drug dealers have been referred to as “plugs” but why are drug dealers called plugs? Let’s explain.. A plug and a dealer are pretty much the same, they both supply or connect […]
One of Hip-Hop’s early pioneers Robert Keith “Cowboy” Wiggins, (also known as “Keef Cowboy”) an MC and a member of Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five, is credited for coining the term “Hip-Hop” in 1978. Keith “Cowboy” Wiggins was one of the first members chosen by Grandmaster Flash to join the group. “Cowboy” used the […]
MC’ing, DJing, Breakdancing, and Graffiti—Hip Hop’s four elements, all existed before August 11, 1973 but that saturday is when they all came together to form “Hip-Hop”. “Hip-Hop” was born, created, and started on August 11th, 1973. The birthplace of “Hip-Hop” music was 1520 Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx, New York. Clive Campbell, famously known as, […]
Let’s take a look at six rap/hip-hop slang words that share the same title as some common food items. Broccoli – weed or marijuana. Bread – money or cash. Bean – ecstasy (MDMA) or a drug pill. Dough – money or cash. Beef – grudge or conflict with someone. Cake – money or cash.