rapping

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Ellis started his career at the age of seven, rapping and making his own music on an Atari computer system.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

From the start, Rocky has been most highly praised for his taste and aesthetic sense rather than raw rapping skill or lyricism, and his albums tend to be a showcase for his wide-ranging musical interests.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 20, 2026

In the last few days alone, he could be seen on prime time TV as a judge on “The Voice” and rapping during the “Monday Night Football” intro.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 17, 2025

But before making his name as a producer, he had a preceding reputation as one half of the rapping duo the Whooliganz.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 12, 2025

Cora had closed her eyes when their loud rapping on the front door shocked her.

From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead