American Rapstar

Overview

Amid the chaos of Trump’s America, a new wave of young, troubled rappers has risen, harnessing the power of SoundCloud to transform hip hop culture. With their audacious lifestyles marked by prescription drug use, facial tattoos, and a punk-inspired defiance, these emerging stars have become a cultural force. The documentary delves into the lives of these millionaires, exploring their impact on youth culture and the evolving music streaming landscape. By analyzing the SoundCloud rap phenomenon within the larger musical framework, it seeks to illuminate how this movement has shaped the present and what it signals for the future.