Rap music also known as Hip-Hop. Rap music has already been around for 20 years. Rap is a rhythmic vocal style rap, which is accompanied with backing beats. This type of music came from the West African singers and storytellers. It is off of Hip-Hop culture like graffiti and break dancing. The Bronx in New York City was the originating hub of rap music. Rap music has also been influenced by Jamaican music. Click here for more information about Rap