‘Protect Black art’: How the indictment of Young Thug and Gunna sparked a movement
Written by Black Hot Fire Network on October 15, 2022
Rap lyrics have been used by prosecutors in the U.S. for decades as alleged evidence in criminal cases, helping put rappers behind bars. But it wasn't until lyrics were used in the indictment of hip-hop stars Young Thug and Gunna on gang-related charges that the controversial practice sparked a movement in the music industry and fueled a wave of support . . .
