Hip-Hop Revolution in the Flesh: Power, Knowledge, and Pleasure in Lil’ Kim’s Lyricism

Thomas, G.

An extended study of the writings of Lil' Kim, the multi-platinum selling Hip Hop artist. Examines Lil' Kim's anti-sexist, gender-defiant and ultra-erotic verse alongside issues of race and the politics of imprisonment. This is the first study to apply the tools of literary criticism to Hip Hop's lyrical writings.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2009-05-19

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9780230611801

DOI: 10.1057/9780230619111

Dimensions: 229cm x152cm

Pages: 231