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Beyond a linguistic interpretation of the comic, it may be added that rap music and poetry bear a lot of similarities: Some of the more advanced rap lyrics feature classical {{w|stylistic device|stylistic devices}} like alliterations or inline rhymes as well as a more or less complex metrical structure. The {{w|metre (poetry)|metre}} of a classical poem, on the other hand, gives the piece a distinct, almost musical rhythm, albeit it is not accompanied by any instruments. {{w|Nerdcore}} rapper {{w|MC Lars}} has recorded a rap version of the poem (with some additional lyrics and modern references added) called 'Mr. Raven,' which can be heard [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3z4mY5Xvr8 here]. (For a comparison between the verbal capabilities of Edgar Allan Poe and Eminem, see [http://thequietus.com/articles/04918-the-curious-similarities-betwixt-edgar-allan-poe-the-rapper-eminem this article].) | Beyond a linguistic interpretation of the comic, it may be added that rap music and poetry bear a lot of similarities: Some of the more advanced rap lyrics feature classical {{w|stylistic device|stylistic devices}} like alliterations or inline rhymes as well as a more or less complex metrical structure. The {{w|metre (poetry)|metre}} of a classical poem, on the other hand, gives the piece a distinct, almost musical rhythm, albeit it is not accompanied by any instruments. {{w|Nerdcore}} rapper {{w|MC Lars}} has recorded a rap version of the poem (with some additional lyrics and modern references added) called 'Mr. Raven,' which can be heard [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3z4mY5Xvr8 here]. (For a comparison between the verbal capabilities of Edgar Allan Poe and Eminem, see [http://thequietus.com/articles/04918-the-curious-similarities-betwixt-edgar-allan-poe-the-rapper-eminem this article].) | ||
β | + | Besides defending the graphic style of the drawing, the title text also lampshades at the somewhat peculiar taste of fashion found in the hip-hop subculture. In the picture, Eminem wears a sleeveless hoodie. While the aesthetic value of such garment might be disputed, it certainly defeats the purpose of keeping its bearer warm. | |
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