How To Start Rapping In 10 Easy Steps [How To Rap For Beginners]

How to Start Rapping Step by Step

In this video, the speaker provides 10 easy-to-follow steps for learning how to start rapping. The first step is to make a goal to start rapping as opposed to becoming a rapper.

Make a Goal to Start Rapping

• Ranting is a skill that can be learned regardless of previous musical knowledge or what you think is required.

• Focus on getting good at rapping and don't worry too much about the expectations of what a rapper is supposed to be.

Write at Least 16 Lines of Rap Every Day

• A bar essentially means one line of rap from beginning to end.

• Writing 16 bars or 16 lines of rap will help you get good at rapping faster.

• Visit the first link in the video description box below for a free how-to-rap dictionary with definitions of bars and other top 100 phrases needed for starting rapping.

Write a Topic at the Top of Each Rap You Write

• Practice being on topic and having subject matter from the very beginning.

• Forcing yourself to think of the topic or subject matter every time you write helps you speak more authentically as an artist because you are practicing speaking on a topic as opposed to what you think people want to hear.

Practice Freestyling

• Freestyling helps improve your ability to come up with rhymes quickly and under pressure.

• It also helps improve your flow and delivery.

Learn Basic Music Theory

• Understanding basic music theory can help with writing better lyrics, creating melodies, and understanding beats.

Listen Critically

• Listening critically involves analyzing different aspects of songs such as lyrics, flow, delivery, beat selection, etc.

• This helps improve your own skills by learning from others' successes and mistakes.

Collaborate with Other Artists

• Collaborating with other artists can help you learn new skills, gain exposure, and build relationships in the industry.

Record Yourself Rapping

• Recording yourself rapping helps you hear your own mistakes and improve your delivery.

• It also helps you create a portfolio of your work to share with others.

Share Your Work

• Sharing your work with others helps you get feedback and improve.

• It also helps build a fan base and gain exposure.

Stay Consistent

• Consistency is key to improving at rapping.

• Make sure to practice regularly, set goals for yourself, and stay motivated.

Tips for Writing Catchy Rap Songs

In this section, the speaker provides tips on how to write catchy rap songs that people will enjoy and remember.

Focus on Creating a Memorable Chorus

• Create a chorus that is memorable and easy to sing along with.

• Use identifiable and catchy phrases in your chorus.

• Take inspiration from successful artists who have made millions of dollars by creating catchy choruses.

Start with Simple Rhymes

• Focus on rhyming the words at the end of each bar or line of rap.

• Don't worry about intricate rhyming schemes like those used by Eminem or Kendrick Lamar at first.

• Over time, you'll get better at coming up with original rhymes.

Practice Delivering Your Raps Out Loud

• Practice delivering every rap you write out loud, even if it's just to yourself.

• Pay attention to which words and syllables are easier to say and stack together.

• Avoid becoming a "textcee" who only writes text rhymes but doesn't actually rap in person.

Additional Resources

• Check out the free course called "Top 20 Songwriting Secrets of Full-Time Rappers" for more information on songwriting.

• For tips on stacking rhymes, watch "Learn to Rap: Create an Infinite Number of Rhymes in Under 10 Minutes."

The Importance of Delivery in Rap

In this section, the speaker emphasizes the importance of delivery when rapping and provides tips for improving your delivery skills.

It's Not Just What You Say, It's How You Say It

• Delivery is just as important as what you're saying in your raps.

• Even if you have great lyrics, if you deliver them poorly, no one will want to listen.

• Practice delivering every rap you write out loud, even if it's just to yourself.

Avoid Being a "Textcee"

• Don't be a "textcee" who only writes text rhymes but doesn't actually rap in person.

• Practice delivering your raps out loud so that you can improve your delivery skills.

Pay Attention to Your Audience's Feelings

• The feeling that the audience gets from your rap is just as important as the lyrics themselves.

• Pay attention to how your delivery affects the audience and adjust accordingly.

Additional Resources

• For more tips on improving your delivery skills, check out "How to Rap: Mastering Flow, Rhythm & Delivery."

Learning to Write Rap Songs

In this section, the speaker discusses the importance of practicing writing rap songs without worrying about beats. He suggests that beginners should focus on following the steps provided for 16 days before moving on to writing with beats.

Writing Without Beats

• Beginners should practice writing without beats for at least two weeks.

• This helps to show that you can commit to writing raps without worrying about overwhelming factors like beats.

• The goal is to prove to yourself that you can walk the walk and not just talk the talk.

Learning Basic Flows

• Start by learning how to write a beat very simply and then increase the complexity of your rhythm in your flow.

• Choose the best rhythm of words flow for each instrumental as you go forward.

• Start very simply with simple flows through your piece and then increase complexity rather than trying to start with complex flows.

Rapping in Front of People

• Start rapping in public as soon as possible, even if it's just in front of friends or family.

• Confidence is a crucial part of rap music, and performing in public will help build that confidence.

• Practicing rapping in front of others will serve you well for the rest of your life.

Conclusion

The speaker emphasizes that learning how to write rap songs takes time and practice. Beginners should focus on following the steps provided for 16 days before moving on to more complex techniques like writing with beats. Additionally, he stresses the importance of building confidence by performing in public.

How to Know When You're Ready to Move on in Your Rap Career

In this video, the speaker discusses how to know when you're ready to move on in your rap career. He emphasizes that the streets will tell you when it's time for the next phase of your career.

Genuine Gauge of Your Rap Skills

• The speaker explains that people's reactions are a genuine gauge of how good you are at rap.

• He notes that if someone says your rap wasn't completely terrible, it's a sign that you're ready to move on to the next phase.

• The streets will tell you when it's time for the next phase of your career.

Moving On in Your Career

• Once you've received positive feedback from people and they start listening to your music regularly, it may be time to get signed or start your own record label.

• The speaker emphasizes that other people's reactions are more important than what we tell ourselves in our minds.

Conclusion

• The speaker asks viewers what song inspired them to want to write raps instead of just being a listener.

• Viewers are encouraged to visit the video description box for free resources.