Is Hip-Hop Too Commercial?

Almost every hip-hop discussion nowadays ends up addressing the topic of whether the music and culture have become too commercial. Those who say that it has taken a turn for the worst refer to the radio and music videos as evidence: “Why are videos like Nelly’s ‘Tip Drill’ and Ludacris’ ‘P-Poppin” getting major airtime, while fans of artists with actual topic matter, like Common or Black Thought, have to search for their music?” they ask. Read more.