While some people find gangsta rap to be offensive, others find it to be a realistic portrayal of life in the inner city.
There are many great gangsta rappers out there, but one of my favorites is Jay-Z.
Jay-Z is a Brooklyn native who grew up in the Marcy Projects. He has been rapping since the early 1990s, and he has released 14 studio albums, all of which have been certified platinum or multi-platinum.