Rapthology

Rapthology

Lessons in Life and Lyrics

Summary

'Groundbreaking... Part memoir, part guide, this is a must-have.' Independent

'A worthwhile tutorial.' Evening Standard

"Poetry and rap come from the same family. They're brothers. Just because you're good at one doesn't necessarily mean you'll be good at the other, but if you master both you'll be unparalleled."

Rapthology is a masterclass in lyric writing. A spotlight into the craft and skill of what it takes to be an incredible artist by pioneering musician and artist, Wretch 32. Taking us through the songs which have shaped his career over the last two decades step by step, explaining what each song means to him, his own creative process, from the first flashes of inspiration to final edits and improvisation, right through to how popular and powerful his lyrics are.

Part autobiography, part guide to creativity and part cultural history Rapthology is a blueprint to the music that matters.

Reviews

  • A worthwhile tutorial.
    Evening Standard

About the author

Jermaine Scott a.k.a. Wretch 32

Jermaine Scott, aka Wretch 32, is a musician and songwriter from Tottenham, north London.
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