Art Quote by Nick Cannon
“Even where the game is today, cats don't really focus on necessarily what it is that you're saying so when people say, "Oh, you can't rap," I play into the joke. That's why I'll challenge anybody; anybody rapping, let's go just because I know what the art form is and even when you see these battle rappers in here, they're so skillful. It's actually a skill.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast with The Breakfast Club, 2022
The speaker argues that rap is a legitimate skill, dismissing critics who claim otherwise, and invites anyone to prove themselves through rap.
In simple terms: Rap is a real skill; challenge skeptics by performing.
Key Takeaway
Show confidence, engage in rap battles.
Themes
confidence
skill
challenge
Mood
assertive
enthusiastic
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- Music competitions
- social media challenges
- educational workshops
- talent shows
Key Concepts
Hip hop culture
performance art
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines a skill in music?
- How can you demonstrate expertise to skeptics?
A Different Perspective
Critics may still dismiss rap as lacking artistic merit.
![“I'm also working on another independent film called Roxanne, Roxanne, about Roxanne Shante, who was one of the first African American battle rappers from Brooklyn. It is produced by Forest Whitaker and Pharrell [williams], so I'm really in great hands.” quote by Nia Long](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/eff/nia-long-7528_african-american_i-m-also-working-on-another-independent_2650500.jpg)
