My Favorite Subculture

In my opinion, the most interesting subculture would have to be the hip-hop subculture. Not only is its beginnings in the South Bronx the clear definition of a subculture (That is, arising from a group whose believes are different than the mainstream culture's), but its evolution into what it is today is phenomenal. Today you have artists like Nicki Minaj, 2Chainz, Lil Wayne, etc. who are considered both hip-hop artists and "mainstream" ones. Rappers have not only a strong music presene, but political and business as well (Seen through Puff Daddy's "Vote or Die" campaign and Jay Z's ownership of the NBA's Brooklyn Nets). Furthermore, though it began in the early 1900's in the United States, hip-hop is still as strong as it is, if not stronger; on top of that, evolving from a subculture that was initiated by African Americans and Hispanics, not only has the audience broadened to white people, but Asians as well. In other words, it is (As of now) an ever-evolving subculture. In addition, despite its mainstream evolution, hip-hop still maintains its roots with artists like Nas, Dead Prez, etc. It is quite rare for a subculture that has evolved into something mainstream to still have its original roots.