As the hip-hop world has expanded, some white artists said they have worked to make a name for themselves while honoring the genre's Black roots.
Eminem performs onstage during the 37th Annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, Nov. 5, 2022, in Los Angeles.For over 50 years, the hip-hop world has presented fans with hits that have reflected Black culture.
"In the '80s, the majority of hip-hop fans were urban Black kids. In the early '90s, it starts to shift and it becomes suburban white boys and the music industry shifts to cater to what they want," music journalist and author Touré told ABC News Live.
"For a lot of people, the Beastie Boys are a gateway drug. They brought a lot of white fans in who loved the Beasties and then become genuine fans of other artists," he said.While some white artists like Vanilla Ice had success with their hip-hop albums, Touré said that the hip-hop community saw their acts as not fully embracing the genre's Black roots.
Eminem's breakout success in the late '90s was mostly welcomed within the Black community, Touré said, because not only was he talented, but he showed respect for the Black artists who led the way before him, including Dr. Dre, who discovered and produced some of his work.However, music experts said the widespread popularity of hip-hop has raised questions about who can and should thrive in a space created by Black artists.
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