Thug-life was defined by legendary hip-hop artist Tupac Shakur, as meaning ‘The unconventional lifestyle that one lives, where they succeed against all odds. Prevailing through the struggles that a life born into poverty would bring.’ I wish to explore and unpack his definition and bring new understanding to the term, ‘thug-life.’
My research will delve into how hip-hop music shapes the lives of people living in urban areas, within the United Kingdom. Is there an influence of this art and if so, how does it impact on our society?