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How to Create Hip-Hop Music

Basics of making music

By KianPublished about a year ago 5 min read
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Introduction

Are you ready to make your own hip-hop music? Then let’s get started! Hip-hop has evolved into an incredibly diverse genre over the past few decades, but it all began with a group of kids from the Bronx who were inspired by their favorite records (like James Brown and Sly Stone), wanted to express themselves through music, and wanted to share their stories with other people. Today’s hip hop artists have access to loads of tools that those pioneers couldn’t even dream about — but they still use them! In this article, I’ll give you some tips on how you can start creating your own hip-hop track using cheap or free software programs like GarageBand or Audacity. So grab your headphones and get ready to make some noise!

You can get help from profesionals!

Find your sound.

Try different genres.

Experiment with different sounds.

Try out different instruments and vocal styles, too!

When you’re trying to find your sound, it’s important to keep an open mind and try new things. The best way to do this is by experimenting with different genres of music that interest you — even if they seem very different from what you usually listen to or make yourself (e.g., hip-hop vs dancehall). You may be surprised at how much these new influences can inform your own work!

Find your voice.

Find your voice.

Once you have an idea of what kind of hip-hop you want to make, it’s time to start writing. The best way to find your own unique style is by experimenting with different types of beats, sampling different artists and paying attention to their lyrics as well as the overall vibe of their music. You may not be able to play instruments or produce beats yet (or ever), but this is the right time to start getting familiar with them so that when it comes time for production in future stages, you’ll have more confidence in yourself as both a writer and producer. Don’t worry about sounding “good” yet — just do what feels natural!

Write your own lyrics.

When you write your own lyrics, it’s important to stay true to yourself. If you’re writing about something that has happened in your life or that matters to you, then it will come across in the music because it comes from the heart.

If we look at some classic hip-hop songs and their lyrics, they all have one thing in common: they’re written by people who care about what they are saying and have something real to say.

For example, check out this verse from Nas’ “One Mic”:

“I’m a poet with an axe/I chop down MCs like trees/No I ain’t got no regrets for my actions/and I’m not ashamed of my past/I’m just tryin’a make sure my future’s secured”

Create a beat.

Now that you know the basics of creating hip-hop music, it’s time to learn how to make your own beat. If you’re an aspiring producer or DJ and want to create your own beats, there are several ways in which this can be done. The following programs are some of the most popular for making beats:

FL Studio (also known as Fruity Loops)

Ableton Live

GarageBand

Logic Pro X

If you’re struggling to find your musical identity, try taking a break from music. It can be difficult to create when you’re feeling overwhelmed by what should be happening in your songs or simply frustrated with not being able to get the right sound. If you feel like your creativity is getting in the way of making progress on your tracks, step away from them for a while and spend some time doing something that doesn’t require much thought (e.g., watching TV).

Record and produce your track.

Record your vocals.

Record your instrumentals.

Mix and master your track.

Hire someone to do it.

Record your instrumentals.

The most important thing you can do when recording your own instrumental is to get a good quality recording. This will ensure that the finished product sounds professional and you don’t have to worry about fixing any issues later on in the process.

There are several ways to go about this. If you have a home studio set up, then you can use that to record everything from scratch. If not, then the next best thing is to find a recording studio and book some time there. Most studios will give you an hourly rate for recording time with equipment included in the price.

You can create hip-hop music with just a little practice and guidance!

Hip hop is a genre of music that’s constantly changing, so there’s no right or wrong way to approach it. However, if you listen to some of your favorite artists’ songs and think “I could do better than that,” then this guide will help get started on making your own tracks.

The rhythm and flow of the song is also important when writing lyrics. If you’re going to write a rap song, you’ll need to know how to freestyle. This means that instead of planning out your lyrics beforehand, you have to be able to think on your feet and create new words based on the beat as it plays. This will help make your songs more authentic and unique because they aren’t just recycled lines from other artistsThis is a great time to start experimenting with different kinds of writing styles and techniques. You can try recording yourself freestyling at first, then working on creating more structured songs later on. If you’re not sure where to start, here’s a short list of things you can do right nowIf you’re interested in learning how to make beats, the first thing you’ll need to do is decide which program you want to use. Each has its own strengths and weaknesses; for example, FL Studio is very good for live performances but not so great for producing polished final tracks. After choosing a program, it’s time to start learning about how these programs workYou can use the free version to record up to two minutes of audio, upgrade to Pro for $19.99/month or $199/year and unlock unlimited recording timeHip hop music is a genre of music that originated in the 1970s in New York City. Its roots are in African-American and Caribbean culture, but it has since evolved into an international phenomenon. Today, hip hop is one of the most popular genres in the world.

If you have the right tools and some guidance, creating hip-hop music is not as hard as it might seem. All you need is a little practice and patience!

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