Gangsta

Gangsta rap, also known as gangster rap, is a style of hip hop music that originated in the mid-1980s in the United States, particularly in Los Angeles and New York City. The genre was pioneered by groups and artists such as N.W.A, Ice Cube, 2 Live Crew, and Snoop Dogg. Gangsta rap lyrics often center on the violent lifestyles of inner-city criminals and gang members, as well as the harsh realities of urban life. The style also includes boastful, braggadocious lyrics that glamorize the gangsta lifestyle.