Dr. Dre, Nelly, 2Chainz, 50 Cent, Soulja Boy, Silento, Kanye West, Jay-Z, Run DMC, Nicki Minaj, Missy Elliott.

What do all of these names have in common? They're all well-known names in the world of hip-hop and rap music.

Rap is a form of music that combines song and poetry. It combines lyrics with beats to create pieces of music that evoke a response. It takes a lot of skill to rap well and even more skill to write a great rap. The masters of rap are known for their use of figurative language, rhyme, and use of rhythm to get their message across.

Watch the video below to learn more about the elements of rap.