Bars of God: The Influence of Religion in Hip Hop

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Religion is a funny thing. It is so important to so many people, it defines the identity of many people and shapes their moral compass. But it is also a taboo element of conversation at the same time. If you have ever had a single friend going out on a date that asks for advice on what to say or what not to say, a general bit of advice is usually to not discuss politics or religion. The reason for this…