Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3B · IGETC Area 3B · CSU GE Area C2DescriptionThis course looks at hip hop as a type of literary art. It focuses on how artists like MC Sha Rock, Queen Latifah, Jay Z, Tupac, Kendrick Lamar and others use hip hop to express themselves and share important social, cultural, and political messages. By analyzing song lyrics, students will learn about the history, culture, and regional influences of hip hop. They will also explore how hip hop can both challenge and reflect mainstream culture. To help with this, students will be introduced to basic elements of literature and tools for analyzing texts. The course will include readings from artists, music critics, and scholars to contextualize these topics. 