The gritty elements of urban crime and violence have shaped hip hop culture and rap music. The reality of street life has led to many popular rappers being imprisoned, not just for music video shoots. The documentary "Rhyme and Punishment" explores the role of prison in hip hop culture, revealing untold stories of hip hop artists who have been, are, or will be incarcerated.
Rhyme and Punishment
Urban crime and violence have profoundly shaped hip hop culture and rap music, with many popular rappers drawn into prison life due to the harsh realities of street life.
