The hip-hop genre emerged in the 1970s in New York City and was popularized by Sugar Hill Gang, according to Britannica. It became massive that it poured into different places, including the United Kingdom, and gave birth to many sub-genres like grime and garage.
Up to this day, rap remains burning, evidenced by the number of artists and wordsmiths, regardless of their genders, who continue to hone their craft in creating witty and relevant lyrics. Plus, they make more than decent money from this field. Want motivation? Just take a look at these successful stars: