
Party piece: China’s Communists at 100
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Hip-Hop and National Pride in China
This chapter delves into the rise of hip-hop in China, particularly a notable track celebrating the Communist Party's centenary. It examines the shift from themes of social injustice common in American hip-hop to a focus on national pride, while also highlighting the government's use of rap music as a tool for political propaganda.
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