Let's Talk Hip Hop
Let's Talk Hip Hop
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Violent media, including Hip Hop and Rap Music and associated videos, as well as video games are producing a culture of violent criminals which is causing more violence towards law enforcement. The “Get Rich Trying” attitude started by rapper 50 cent is partly to blame for this.
Almost everyday newspapers across the United States are telling us about another police officer being assaulted, shot and even killed. During a span in August 2007, several police officers in Jacksonville and Miami were shot in the face. Lyrics about running from the police and shooting cops in the face are becoming prominent in this industry. In fact, in some circles it’s a badge of honor to be shot, shoot a police officer, or go to jail. In 2007, 69 police officers were killed by gunfire. This was the highest rate in 30 years. What is causing this sudden increase in violence? Our workshops are geared towards introducing law enforcement officers to the dangers and influence this music has on our society. The messages in their music and videos glorify killing, rape, guns, drug use and hatred. The clothing they wear to the jewelry worn are all examples of a culture that has become a big problem for law enforcement and one we need to be prepared to handle because it is here to stay for a while.
We offer training on this culture to law enforcement agencies, community groups and churches.
What we can do for your agency, community group or church
Lets Talk Hip Hop is a service which can provide answers to many of the questions, law enforcement agencies have about how to understand this culture and use the lyrics and messages in the music as an investigative tool. School systems are dealing everyday with kids who are acting out many of the messages in the music. Unless you understand this culture, you are already losing your battle to control their actions. Everything you want to know about this music, the artists, and the music videos which has effected thousands of teens and young adults all around the world, is presented in a way that is easy to understand. We are ready to serve your needs in this area.
We have offered our services to thousands of law enforcement officers, community groups, schools and churches over the past four years since starting this service.
Let's test you Hip Hop IQ to see if you know what the following terms mean? If you don't know what these phrases mean, you NEED our training.
My ameche is in your bucket, ring Dog and hip him that I peeked the hammer and saws on the porch.
Jake’s in the house, I better go cuz I left the cush in the whip.
Yo G, I left my endo and petrone at your crib, you got any dro or Cristal on you?
J.O. making a presentation to over 250 law enforcement officers, attorneys and community groups in Memphis, TN at the AUSA Gang Conference in October 2008
Let's Talk Hip Hop
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