Chase March explores the use of rests in rap songs in this edition of Know Your History, your monthly dose of hip-hop knowledge. He looks closely at songs where the beat drops out completely and all of the different effects that can have in a song.

Rappers have used moments in songs like this to highlight a lyric, to reflect on the passing of individuals, to change up the beat, to jar the listener with something unexpected.

Great examples of songs that do this are featured in this episode of the show. Press play, enjoy, and remember to share that your are listening. Please use the hashtag #WIBRapRadio on social media everywhere.

Atmosphere – The World Might Not Live Through the Night
Canibus – 2nd Round Knockout
Nas – Just a Moment
Run-DMC – Peter Piper
Slick Rick and Doug E Fresh – La-Di-Da-Di
A Tribe Called Quest – Check the Rhime
Poor Righteous Teachers – Rock This Funky Joint
Black Sheep – The Choice is Yours
Beastie Boys – The New Style

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