Singing is not a characteristic of Hip Hop culture, which typically involves rapping, breakdancing, graffiti, and DJing.

DJ Kool Herc is credited with throwing the first Hip Hop party in 1973, which is considered the birth of the genre.

Nas released his debut album 'Illmatic' in 1994, which is widely regarded as one of the greatest Hip Hop albums of all time.

Conscious Hip Hop emerged in the 1980s, using Hip Hop music to raise awareness about social and political issues, such as racism, poverty, and police brutality.

Public Enemy released the song 'Fight the Power' in 1989, which became an anthem for social justice and a powerful voice against racism and oppression.

Tupac Shakur is known for his socially conscious lyrics and activism, addressing issues such as poverty, racism, and police brutality.

Gangsta Rap emerged in the 1990s, characterized by its aggressive lyrics and often violent content, reflecting the realities of life in urban communities.

Dr. Dre is known for his innovative production style and his influence on the development of G-Funk music, a subgenre of Hip Hop that originated in the West Coast.

Electro Hop emerged in the 2000s, characterized by its use of electronic music and often incorporates elements of other genres such as pop and rock.

Eminem is known for his unique style of rapping, often using complex wordplay and metaphors, as well as his ability to tell stories through his music.

Trap Rap emerged in the 2010s, characterized by its use of trap beats and often incorporates elements of other genres such as electronic dance music (EDM).

Jay-Z is known for his socially conscious lyrics and his activism, and is often referred to as the 'King of New York'.

Boom Bap emerged in the 1990s, characterized by its use of samples from old soul and funk records, and its focus on rapping skills and storytelling.

Lil Wayne is known for his unique style of rapping, often using a high-pitched voice and intricate rhyme schemes.

Melodic Rap emerged in the 2000s, characterized by its use of Auto-Tune and often incorporates elements of pop and R&B.