One of the more disturbing developments of the ubiquity of “trap” music is its divorce from its origin - to call a neighborhood “The Trap” is quite literally referencing the systemic oppression that prevents its residents from climbing out of poverty. Prostitute, found slain, and Brenda’s her name, she’s got a baby” It’s paying the rent, so she really can’t complain So now what’s next, there ain’t nothing left to sell She tried to sell crack, but end up getting robbed No money no babysitter, she couldn’t keep a job Momma can’t help her, but it hurts to hear her callingĬan’t go to her family, they won’t let her stay “Now the baby’s in the trash heap balling It’s been referenced by countless rappers, though not always so tactfully Rick Ross once bragged on “Tupac’s Back” that “Brenda’s havin’ my baby.” Hmmm. Pac lays out the story in a single verse, with strong active language that paints a vivid picture free of florid detail.
This famous story of a 12 year old girl molested by her family, impregnated, turned out and strung out in the street is one of his darkest and most poignant. 'Barbie' Joins $1 Billion Club, Breaks Another Record for Female Directorsįrom the jump, 2Pac’s rhymes were imbued with complex narratives, humanizing the downtrodden with equal parts empathy and rage.
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