Hip hop definitely has enormous “power” and many “African governments” uses it to get their messages across nations around the World (Saucier XV). When it’s convenient politicians use it as ‘tools to win national election” (Saucier XV) The hip hop culture is continually growing in popularity and no matter where it ends up; there is much success to be achieved from this musical industry. The United Nations and other governing parties felt it was beneficial if they can use the publicity of hip hop to “launch” their “summits” (Saucier XV). In my opinion, these actions are definitely used for their self-serving purposes. Some governing leaders know the impact that rap music has on today’s youth and takes advantage of it. Although, some
