Why the scrutiny of female hip-hop artists is rarely about the music
When the song 'WAP' sparked widespread condemnation in 2020, it highlighted a profound double standard. This video explores the history of sexual expression in hip-hop and why female artists face unique judgments compared to their male counterparts.
The backlash against Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion in the summer of 2020 serves as a modern window into a long-standing pattern of misogyny. While male performers have released sexually charged music for decades, female artists are often met with a different level of condemnation.
By tracing the journey through music history, the film examines the double standards that define the genre. It reveals a landscape where female artists are not just participating in the culture, but are actively challenging male dominance on the hip-hop charts.
Source: Ladies First: Black Women & Sex in Hip-Hop 💋 Meaning in Music | Smithsonian Channel + @MTVNews
