The History of Trap

Trap beats, pink cars and hip hop's materialistic reinvention down South.
Southern struggle birthed a sound that conquered hip hop. "The History of Trap" charts trap music's underground rise and explosive pop culture breakout.
Perfect for both newcomers and lifelong trap fans, you'll discover:Trap's gritty Atlanta origins - pioneers mixing stark lyrics with aggressive beats
Key innovators like T.I., Gucci Mane and Three 6 Mafia amplifying trap's sound
Trap's formula - candid hood stories, booming 808s and sinister melodies
Trap exploding from niche Southern rap into a global pop culture phenomenon
Today's superstars like Future, Migos and Young Thug taking trap worldwide
Trap fashion/culture influencing well beyond music
Societal commentary in lyrics reflecting life on America's toughest streets


From the hoods of Atlanta to running the charts and clubs, this is the definitive history of hip hop's most irresistible sound.