Igbo rap is a Nigerian style of hip hop music that originated in the Igbo -dominated southeastern region of Nigeria and has become more popular since 2000. The style draws its main influences from Igbo traditional music and African American music . Aside other derived styles , it can be combined with highlife , R&B and afro-soul . ^[1] Most artists and groups who perform Igbo rap usually deliver their lyrics in the Igbo language , although on some occasions, Igbo is blended with Pidgin English . ^[1]

Early pioneers in the scene include Mr Raw (formerly Dat N.I.G.G.A. Raw), Massai, Slowdog, MC Loph , Big Lo and 2Shotz . Today, many musical acts like Phyno , Ugoccie , BosaLin, Nuno Zigi, Zoro , Ifex G , Hype MC (who is the younger brother of Mr Raw ), K-Large (who is considered the fastest Igbo rapper) Jeriq, Chimason and Tidinz are considered Igbo rap artists. ^{[2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [1]}

See also [ edit ]

• Igbo language
• Igbo culture

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