Who Invented Trap Music?

An exploration of the origins and pioneers of trap music, highlighting key artists such as Gucci Mane and others who contributed to its development.

Who Invented Trap Music?
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601.9K views • Feb 28, 2019
Who Invented Trap Music?

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Gucci Mane and T.I. both claim to be the creators of trap music, but are they really trap music originators?

Hi-hats. That blazing fast sound is everywhere—pop, reggaeton, country—and hi-hats are essential in trap music. Where exactly did trap music come from and how did it become a part of so many other musical styles? Hosts LA Buckner and Nahre Sol explore the genre's roots and make their own original beat inspired by the trap sound.

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