(A) The N-word and N (a)-word has become embraced in our youths sub-culture. Seen as a term of endearment (Hoston, 2014), the word itself has taken on a whole new meaning, and it’s not just reserved for the use by blacks. Minus the obvious vulgarity and derogatory meaning of the N-word, once you add real in front of it, some view it as transforming it into what one would think as being a productive member of society. According to some of Dr. Hoston’s research samples, a “real N (a)” then becomes one that is trustworthy, honest, takes care of his family, keeps his word, and other positive attributes. This self-label is not germane to a specific cultural environment, geographical location, socioeconomic status, social class, or those in single parent household. (Hoston, 2104). There are those that despise it and view it as harshly as “N-(a)”. It is associated with carrying guns, having an “I don’t give a fuck” attitude, selling drugs, and hustling, all of which are a part of a street culture mentality. As Hoston (2014) has shown, it just depends on who you ask.
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There is no concrete answer to what it means, and furthermore, they are terms derived out of dysfunctional psychological and social conditions created in certain subcultures among Black males and were also fed through rap artist in their songs to enhance their street
There is no concrete answer to what it means, and furthermore, they are terms derived out of dysfunctional psychological and social conditions created in certain subcultures among Black males and were also fed through rap artist in their songs to enhance their street