Art Quote by Raekwon
“Before I think we was emcees, we was more or less narrators too. Because if you look at the early '80s hip hop, it was so much creativity goin' on with artists like then, like Slick Rick, then you had Rakim, and you had these different kind of artists back then. And we was a marble cake of all these artists. So I didn't have a problem with writin' stories because I felt like that was somethin' I loved to do. Even to this day, I really consider myself an entertainer-slash-narrator. I like to talk about stuff that goes on.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Hip Hop history discussion, 2020s podcast
Describes early 80s hip hop as a collaborative, narrative‑driven scene that shaped his storytelling identity
In simple terms: Early hip hop blended many styles, inspiring his narrative work
Key Takeaway
Value diverse influences to enrich your craft
Themes
hip hop history
storytelling
collaboration
Mood
reflective
nostalgic
Type
historical
personal
When to use this quote
- music production
- writing workshops
- community events
Key Concepts
cultural synthesis
creative identity
narrative art
Questions to Reflect On
- Which past artistic movements inspire you?
- How can you blend multiple styles in your work?
A Different Perspective
Relying solely on one influence may limit growth
