i listen to rap and hip hop, and while i do think agree what u said, i WOULD classify it as music, because ne1 can play an instrument if they tried, but who can phrase things, bring their personal experiences together to say something worthwhile?that takes a lotta effort and talent. i guarantee it. don't believe me. ever tried rapping?

neways, i think most ppl get sucked into the stereotype of rap and hip hop, because the "gangsta/worthless songs that just happen to have a good beat" are the songs that ppl play on the radio. but more times than not, most rappers have something special to bring to the table. even that eminem character :rolleyes2