Content

• Steps
• Method 1 of 3: How to Learn to Rap
• Method 2 of 3: Making your own music
• Method 3 of 3: Starting Your Career
• Tips
• Warnings

Rap music, especially hip-hop, has become a phenomenon all over the world.Who doesn't want to spend time with a successful rapper who sings about wealth and partying? But beyond that, rap is a powerful form of self-expression based on the power of human language, not just voice. From mocking lyrics to deep, humorous rhymes to violent stories from the outskirts of the city, rap songs can be about anything. It is important to write appropriate lyrics and relate it to the music. It is not easy to become a rapper, on the way there will be many envious people and competitors who dream of your failure. But if you focus on making good music, building a fan base, and making good connections, you too can become a big person in this "game."

Steps

Method 1 of 3: How to Learn to Rap

1. 1 Learn to put rhythm, rhyme, and meaning together. At the most basic level, you should be able to overlay lyrics to beats, but more advanced rappers use a variety of language tools such as alliteration, repetition, and wordplay. Good rap songs also have dynamics and fluency to make the song interesting while staying in the beat.
   • Study poetry, literature, and music to see what can be done.
   • Make your learning a game by trying to utter your sentences in the form of an impromptu rap all day long. This will give you new ideas and learn to instinctively find the right words.
2. 2 Write every day. Write about the topics that excite you, but don't be afraid to experiment. Write down any lyrics that come to your mind during the day, but also spend some time writing entire songs, including different versions, choruses and transitions.
   • Write down as many rhymes and interesting word combinations as possible. Throughout his career, Eminem has amassed dozens of boxes of notebooks in which he jotted down potential lyrics. You must complete at least one.
3. 3 Train, train, train your serve. Even if you have the most wonderful lyrics in the world, it won't mean anything if you fail to deliver them confidently, dynamically, fluidly and charismatically. Practice reading your texts every day as loudly and with dedication as possible. Try different tempo, volume, intonation, and pause.
   • Think of the lyrics of other rappers who have great, so-called "flow", and try to read them in parallel with the performer. If you think you have honed them, try finding an instrumental version of your favorite songs and try reading them without the artist's voice. When you can do this, try an a cappella song.
   • Find out what is most interesting in your voice and use that. Don't try to copy other rappers, find something unique.
4. 4 Learn from the greats. Listen to famous and influential rappers to explore their lyrics. Pay attention to the different techniques they use and how they structure the songs. Decide which style you like best and study it until you fully master the genre. Also explore the message and hidden jokes that are often found in rap songs. The most famous rappers: Eminem, Tupac Shakur, Biggie Smalls, Nas, Dr. Dre, Jay-Z, 50 Cent and Snoop Dogg.
   • You can take inspiration from other rappers, but don't try to imitate them. At some point, you will have to drop everything and concentrate only on your music.

Method 2 of 3: Making your own music

1. 1 Try to create some advanced beats. Every good rap song needs to have a unique and catchy beat that sets it apart from the radio clutter.
   • Beat-making software can be expensive, and learning how to make your beat is just as difficult as learning how to rap. However, if you have the ability to make your own beat, it is well worth it, as it will give you full creative control over your songs and a deeper understanding of the music.
   • If you don't want to make your own beat, you can invite a partner and producer. Make sure the person is talented by listening to their songs beforehand before starting any collaboration project.
   • If you're just starting out and can't afford to spend on beats, try taking instrumental versions of popular rap songs and record your version with that music. Make sure you respect all copyrights. And remember that you cannot sing your own songs over someone else's forever.
2. 2 Record your songs. It is best to do this in a professional studio, but with a little effort, you can make a studio at home.
   • Do multiple takes of each part of your song - you're not Jay-Z just yet! Do not be afraid that you will not succeed - you can always re-record the passage that did not work.
3. 3 Mix a few songs. Mix up your songs and rap on the best beat. Work on your songs until they sound great, adjusting the beat and vocals until they sound coherent.
   • Come up with a title for your song. Try to select a recognizable word or phrase from the chorus.
4. 4 Make your first compilation (mixtape). Many people think that compilations are songs by various artists, recorded for their boyfriend or girlfriend. For aspiring rappers, a mixtape is almost the same as an album. However, it is less convoluted and is often distributed free of charge. If you have multiple songs, pick 7-15 of them and combine them into a mixtape.
   • Think about the order of the songs in your collection. Even if the songs are not very similar, try to put together those songs that are combined in terms of lyrics or music.
   • Create an album cover. This can be your photograph, text on a simple background, or even an abstract image. If you are not very good at visual creativity, ask the designer for help.
   • Burn some CDs to distribute or post your recordings on the Internet.
   • If you don't have enough songs for a mixtape, but still want to put your music out for the public to see, release a single. Just make sure it's something worthwhile, and then match your single with an album cover.

Method 3 of 3: Starting Your Career

1. 1 Attend open music events and rap battles. Make a name for yourself by speaking at local events. All you have to do is register yourself and perform your song. Choose events where there is a hip-hop audience.
   • Freestyle battles are a whole world. You don't have to be a great freestyler to be a good rapper, but it will certainly help. These battles are a great way to hone your skills and gain popularity.
2. 2 Promote your music online. There are a huge number of aspiring underground rappers who post their music for discussion on the Internet. Just putting your songs online doesn't mean they'll be noticed and listened to. You need to promote your music.
   • Submit your songs to sites like DJBooth and popular hip-hop communities.
   • Create accounts on Myspace, Facebook, Vkontakte and Twitter. Use them to share your music and inform about new releases. Get a group of subscribers and make them interesting.
3. 3 Organize live performances. Ask around the people in the clubs and try to warm up to a hip-hop event. Try to make money this way, but don't be afraid to perform for free - you can make a name for yourself.
   • Print T-shirts, make copies of mixtapes and other merch you can distribute at concerts.
   • Work on your stage behavior. Don't feel like you just have to stand there and read your writing - you need to engage your audience. Use words, body and expression. Pay attention to what the public likes and give it to them.
4. 4 Hire a manager. Once you've spotted, you may need help taking your career to the next level. A manager or producer can take over some of the work of promoting you, organizing concerts and communicating with the record companies. Pay attention to whether the producer takes into account your interests, and not just his own.
5. 5 Work with other performers. Rap is not a solitary art. You will spend a lot of time with other people: producers, singers, or other rappers. Develop relationships with the people you meet in your industry. Collaborate with them as often as you can.
   • Recording your version of a famous song will help open your talents to a new audience.
   • If another rapper writes lyrics for you, it's kind of an endorsement. People will notice your music more if you have interesting collaborations.
6. 6 Get a recording contract or make it independently! A contract with a major hip-hop label is the dream of many rappers. A deal like this will take you to a whole new level of becoming a star. Keep in mind, however, that record companies work for their own profit, so sometimes it's better to start your own label or partner with other independent artists to release your music.

Tips

• Change the tone of your voice. If you're trying to demonstrate something, try raising your voice. This will attract the audience to listen to you more. And never copy the lines of other performers, as this will show that you are unable to come up with your own rhymes.
• Having a good voice is not enough, you must have an understanding of rhythm, rhymes and how to mix and edit your voice to sound better. Practice as much as you can. Eventually, you will be noticed and invited to perform at the club. Remember that only by practical means can you achieve perfection, so explore as many places as possible. For example, many local youth centers provide programs for talented aspiring songwriters and musicians for minimal or no cost.
• Don't just rap, listen to as much music as possible.
• Do breathing exercises. There is nothing worse than a run-down performer running across the stage during a live performance.
• Find out the opinions of a wide range of people with different musical tastes to get a more sober assessment of your work. Just make sure these people are trustworthy and provide constructive criticism. Don't ignore your flaws, but don't let yourself be belittled by those who just envy you and want you to fail.
• Read on! Books and dictionaries will help expand your vocabulary, grammar skills, and your understanding of life, which you can use in your writing.
• Don't even think about copying the lines of other rappers, otherwise you won't get it.
• Behind the microphone, while recording or performing, you do not need to be shy or afraid of mistakes. This is your stage and your game. Do what you do best and blend in with the music.
• Believe in yourself - people will say more than once that this is too tough for you.

Warnings

• Listen to a lot of different music, but do not copy other people's lyrics. This will show how unoriginal you are.
• Make sure you get good reviews of your music outside of family and friends before submitting your music to record companies. You want to make a good first impression.
• A lot of scathing criticism can be heard in rap battles. Practicing battles in front of your family or friends will help you. But it can ruin your relationship with them if they take your words too seriously.