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Author
Lexile measure
HL 550L
Language
English
Description
Sixteen-year-old Bri wants to be one of the greatest rappers of all time. Or at least win her first battle. As the daughter of an undersground hip-hop legend who died right before he hit big, Bri's got massive shoes to fill. But it's hard to get your come up when you're labeled a hoodlum at school and your fridge at home is empty after your mom loses her job. So Bri purs her anger and frustration into her first song, which goes viral ... for all the...
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library
Pub. Date
[2018]
Lexile measure
1060L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (112 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color).
Language
English
Description
Profiles some of the women of the hip-hop genre of music and those who have kept the genre alive into the present, discussing the lives and music of women like Lauryn Hill, Queen Latifah, Missy Elliot, and Nicki Minaj.
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library
Pub. Date
[2018]
Lexile measure
1050L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (112 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color).
Language
English
Description
This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of J. Cole. Readers learn about J. Cole's early life, inspiration to pursue music, and successes as a hip-hop artist. With striking photographs and sidebars, the book explores J. Cole's academic drive, relationship with his mom, and charity work. Features include a timeline, glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2018]
Lexile measure
1250L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Since its introduction in the 1970s, hip-hop has become a way of life. This title takes an inside look at hip-hop music. Hip-Hop Music examines the origins of many styles of hip-hop music, such as crunk and gangsta rap, and explores how they burst into the mainstream and went global. Features include a timeline, a glossary, essential facts, references, websites, source notes, and an index."-- Amazon.com.
5) Iggy Azalea
Author
Series
Publisher
Creative Education
Pub. Date
[2017]
Lexile measure
570L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (21 pages) : color illustrations, color map.
Language
English
Description
Presents photos and information about the life of rapper Iggy Azalea. Discusses her childhood, breaking into the music scene, and her life off the stage. Includes a glossary, index, and resources for further information.
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library
Pub. Date
[2018]
Lexile measure
1030L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (112 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
Since its introduction in the 1970s, hip-hop has become a way of life. This title takes an inside look at the men of hip-hop. The Men of Hip-Hop Groups follows the careers of hip-hop's top male acts, examining their contributions to the genre as it burst into the mainstream and went global. Features include a timeline, a glossary, essential facts, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to...
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
1 online resource (112 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color).
Language
English
Description
Profiles hip-hop artist Travis Scott. Discusses his early life, what growing up in "H-Town" was like, and how he got his start and gained fame with albums and songs like "Owl Pharaoh," "Rodeo," and "Astroworld." Includes a glossary.
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library
Pub. Date
[2019]
Lexile measure
1000L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (112 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color).
Language
English
Description
Describes the life and career of rap artist Kanye West, including his early days in Atlanta and Chicago, his rise to fame, his work as a philanthropist and activist, and his entrepreneurship beyond music. Includes color photographs, a timeline, essential facts, a glossary, resources for further information, and an index.
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
Profiles the life and work of African American rapper Kendrick Lamar, discussing his childhood, career achievements, and philanthropic work. Includes color photographs, a glossary, a timeline, an activity, sources for further learning, and an index.
10) Post Malone
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
1 online resource (112 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
Explores the life and career of rapper, singer, and songwriter Post Malone, discussing his background, rise to fame, works and accomplishments, and controversial career. Features quotes, color photographs, sidebars, a timeline, a glossary, and resources for further information.
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library
Pub. Date
[2019]
Lexile measure
1080L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (112 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color).
Language
English
Description
This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Future. Readers learn about Future's early life, inspiration to pursue music, and successes as a hip-hop artist. With striking photographs and thought-provoking sidebars, the book brings to life Future's prolific work ethic, unique musical style, and upcoming projects. Features include a timeline, glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and...
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library
Pub. Date
[2018]
Lexile measure
1020L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (112 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Chance the Rapper. Readers learn about Chance's early life, inspiration to pursue music, and successes as a hip-hop artist. With striking photographs and thought-provoking sidebars, the book brings to life Chance's faith, fatherhood, activism, and Chicago pride. Features include a timeline, glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated...
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
2024.
Physical Desc
49 pages : illustrations ; 19 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Bad Bunny, born Benito Antonio MartÃnez Ocasio, is one of today's most popular artists. He made his start posting his music on SoundCloud, and in 2016, his song "Diles" got him signed to a major record label. Since then, Bad Bunny has performed at Coachella and collaborated with superstars like Cardi B, J Balvin, and Drake. Breaking language barriers, Bad Bunny is now one of the top streamed artists internationally on Spotify. Bad Bunny is just...
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library
Pub. Date
[2018]
Lexile measure
1020L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (112 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color).
Language
English
Description
This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Kanye West. Readers learn about West's early life, inspiration to pursue music, and successes as a hip-hop artist. With striking photographs and sidebars, the book explores West's relationship with his mom, his striking self-confidence, and groundbreaking music videos. Features include a timeline, glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and...
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
1 online resource (112 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
Explores the life and career of Tyler, the Creator, discussing his rise to fame, his accomplishments, and his career. Features a timeline, a glossary, and resources for further information.
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library
Pub. Date
[2019]
Lexile measure
1070L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (112 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color).
Language
English
Description
Discusses the life and career of the rap artist, from his childhood, through his college years, and to his successes as a professional musician.
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library
Pub. Date
[2020]
Lexile measure
1000L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (112 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
Explores the life and career of A$AP Rocky, discussing his rise to fame, his accomplishments, and his career. Features a timeline, a glossary, and resources for further information.
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Cardi B. Readers learn about Cardi's early life, inspiration to pursue music, and successes as a hip-hop artist. With striking photographs and sidebars, the book also explores Cardi's social media success, her iconic fashion, and her social and political activism. Features include a timeline, glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index.
19) Hip-Hop Groups
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library
Pub. Date
[2018]
Lexile measure
1260L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (112 pages) : illustrations (some color).
Language
English
Description
Since its introduction in the 1970s, hip-hop has become a way of life. This title takes an inside look at the groups of hip-hop. Hip-Hop Groups follows the careers of hip-hop's top group acts, examining their contributions to the genre as it burst into the mainstream and went global. Features include a timeline, a glossary, essential facts, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
1 online resource (112 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
Explores the life and career of rapper, actor, and writer Childish Gambino, discussing his background and education, rise to fame, works and accomplishments, and career today. Features quotes, color photographs, sidebars, a timeline, a glossary, and resources for further information.