One of the things that has been a highlight in Hip Hop and Gangsta Rap Culture in the West has been the dominance of what the Hip Hoppers wear. But what's not really apparent is that the underwear of choice among the Rapsters has been Boxer Shorts, i.e., what you see when their shorts are hanging over the middle of the rear. That's where this writer comes in to play.
It may already be apparent that I really don't understand the need for Gangsta Rapper to parade around with shorts that hang so far down past their hips. Occasionally I hear humorous anecdotal evidence of those who burglarize businesses trying to flee and falling flat on their noses because the shorts they wore for their caper slid down their legs and tripped them. Of course it's not humorous for those who get busted that way but that's the good and bad of that culture.
In my endless pursuit of sanity, I've watched plenty of plain-colored boxer shorts on the Gangsta Rappers. Unfortunately I haven't seen across a lot of fashion and design variety in that area. I'm very surprised that the retailers who sell boxer shorts haven't capitalized on that underwear void. Why haven't they marketed Hip Hop fashion for the boxer shorts? Perhaps I can start a trend towards that end. A little variety in boxer shorts could go a long way towards good favor and fortune.
One thing I've observed when those outer shorts hang low is that most of the boxer shorts are made of cotton. Silk material does not seem to be a good option for undergarments under outer shorts (with no belt) as it would produce rapid slippage. I don't know this for a fact, but it would appear that nothing's worse than having your boxer shorts slip down rapidly when you're trying to have a friendly motivational discussion with like-minded friends.
Of course, a discussion on boxer shorts that Hip Hoppers wear wouldn't be complete if I didn't at least address belts. I know it's not fashionable or even politically correct to suggest it but it sure would seem like a practical thing to purchase when thinking about having tons of gold necklaces around your neck, a fashionable designer hat ($20-30) turned sideways on your head, and a fifteen dollar all white t-shirt (showing all your bulging muscles). Certainly ten bucks for a nice and practical belt might go a long way, especially if you're in the mood to rob a store.
One of these belts could be the difference between $700 from a bank or liquor store and 8-14 years in a Federal Prison. Perhaps I'm in the wrong market completely. Fifteen bucks for a belt or fourteen years in the slammer? Hmm.
I know it seems like I'm trying to change Gangsta, Hip Hop, or Rap Culture. I'm not trying to do that at all. However, I'm trying to encourage a young entrepreneur to create a new multi-billion dollar industry: the Gangsta Rap Belt Industry. Maybe I'm on to something here.
It may already be apparent that I really don't understand the need for Gangsta Rapper to parade around with shorts that hang so far down past their hips. Occasionally I hear humorous anecdotal evidence of those who burglarize businesses trying to flee and falling flat on their noses because the shorts they wore for their caper slid down their legs and tripped them. Of course it's not humorous for those who get busted that way but that's the good and bad of that culture.
In my endless pursuit of sanity, I've watched plenty of plain-colored boxer shorts on the Gangsta Rappers. Unfortunately I haven't seen across a lot of fashion and design variety in that area. I'm very surprised that the retailers who sell boxer shorts haven't capitalized on that underwear void. Why haven't they marketed Hip Hop fashion for the boxer shorts? Perhaps I can start a trend towards that end. A little variety in boxer shorts could go a long way towards good favor and fortune.
One thing I've observed when those outer shorts hang low is that most of the boxer shorts are made of cotton. Silk material does not seem to be a good option for undergarments under outer shorts (with no belt) as it would produce rapid slippage. I don't know this for a fact, but it would appear that nothing's worse than having your boxer shorts slip down rapidly when you're trying to have a friendly motivational discussion with like-minded friends.
Of course, a discussion on boxer shorts that Hip Hoppers wear wouldn't be complete if I didn't at least address belts. I know it's not fashionable or even politically correct to suggest it but it sure would seem like a practical thing to purchase when thinking about having tons of gold necklaces around your neck, a fashionable designer hat ($20-30) turned sideways on your head, and a fifteen dollar all white t-shirt (showing all your bulging muscles). Certainly ten bucks for a nice and practical belt might go a long way, especially if you're in the mood to rob a store.
One of these belts could be the difference between $700 from a bank or liquor store and 8-14 years in a Federal Prison. Perhaps I'm in the wrong market completely. Fifteen bucks for a belt or fourteen years in the slammer? Hmm.
I know it seems like I'm trying to change Gangsta, Hip Hop, or Rap Culture. I'm not trying to do that at all. However, I'm trying to encourage a young entrepreneur to create a new multi-billion dollar industry: the Gangsta Rap Belt Industry. Maybe I'm on to something here.
About the Author:
Reynaldo Tempenter is a freelance writer and he loves a good debate. The current debate will last forever. Boxers or Briefs?
