--- product_id: 18976766 title: "The Rap Year Book: The Most Important Rap Song From Every Year Since 1979, Discussed, Debated, and Deconstructed" price: "S$65" currency: SGD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.sg/products/18976766-the-rap-year-book-the-most-important-rap-song-from store_origin: SG region: Singapore --- # The Rap Year Book: The Most Important Rap Song From Every Year Since 1979, Discussed, Debated, and Deconstructed **Price:** S$65 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Rap Year Book: The Most Important Rap Song From Every Year Since 1979, Discussed, Debated, and Deconstructed - **How much does it cost?** S$65 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sg](https://www.desertcart.sg/products/18976766-the-rap-year-book-the-most-important-rap-song-from) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description From Sugarhill Gang to NWA to Biggie to Kanye, The Rap Year Book takes readers on a journey that begins in 1979, widely regarded as the moment rap became recognized as part of the cultural and musical landscape. New York Times and Washington Post Bestseller * Foreword by Ice-T Featuring illustrations by Arturo Torres, The Rap Year Book is an in-depth look at the most influential genre of music in our generation. Complete with infographics, lyric maps, hilarious and informative footnotes, portraits of the artists, and short essays by prominent music writers, The Rap Year Book is both a narrative and illustrated guide to the most iconic and influential rap songs ever created. Award-winning writer Shea Serrano deftly pays homage to the most important rap song of each year. He also examines the most important moments that surround the history and culture of rap music―from artists’ backgrounds to issues of race, the rise of hip-hop, and the struggles among its major players―both personal and professional. Covering East Coast and West Coast, famous rapper feuds, chart toppers, and showstoppers. It’s like the gold tank from Master P’s “Make ’Em Say Uhh!” video, except it’s a book. It’s like Kanye’s verse on “Put On,” except it’s a book. It’s like the face Biggie made when on the boat with Puff in “Hypnotize,” except it’s a book. Songs include: 1979: Rapper’s Delight 1982: The Message 1988: Straight Outta Compton 2004: Still Trippin’ 2007: International Players Anthem 2010: Monster Review: Great gift idea - So much fun to look at! Review: A pickle and a dream - Full disclosure I didn't actually order this book from desertcart. I got it as a gift. Basically, I had to attend this dinner party with my girlfriend where I was about to meet a group of people I'd never met before. It was important to me to make a good first impression and not be this boring dude with nothing interesting to say. The night before I could barely sleep. When I finally did get to sleep I had the strangest dream. The ghost of Big Pun came out of my closet and into my bedroom. I was like oh my god...you're really him. Big Moon Dog, Big Punisher, Pun... Pun was like "yeah yeah kid and a bunch of other dopey nicknames, forget about that stuff, we don't have much time. I'm here because you're in some kind of a pickle, right? Some big dinner party, and you got nothing to say? Here's what I want you to do, go in there, and talk about hip hop." I said, hey Pun, look man, I don't know the first thing about hip-hop. I'm a real pale blond kid from the suburbs. The Big Pun looked at me and he said something I'll never forget. He said, "Everyone gets a chance to do something great. Most people never take that chance, either they're too scared, or they don't recognize it when it spits on their shoes. Remember when you followed Shea Serrano on twitter the other day? Someone's telling you something kid, if I were you, I'd listen." Then as he headed back towards my closet, he went over to my desk and picked up six rulers. He said, "six rulers...I don't know why, but can I take these?" I told him sure thing, and thanks for the advice. He told me, " Remember kid, there's heroes, and there's legends. Heroes, get remembered, but legends never die." And then he was gone. I woke up the next morning and this book was under my pillow. I spent the whole day reading it. And I crushed that dinner party. They're talking about making it a weekly thing. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #87,833 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #46 in R&B & Soul Artist Biographies #47 in Rap Music (Books) #60 in Rap & Hip-Hop Musician Biographies | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 2,835 Reviews | ## Images ![The Rap Year Book: The Most Important Rap Song From Every Year Since 1979, Discussed, Debated, and Deconstructed - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71ybtVKe8HL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Media Language, Media Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great gift idea *by M***S on June 17, 2026* So much fun to look at! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A pickle and a dream *by P***Y on October 14, 2015* Full disclosure I didn't actually order this book from Amazon. I got it as a gift. Basically, I had to attend this dinner party with my girlfriend where I was about to meet a group of people I'd never met before. It was important to me to make a good first impression and not be this boring dude with nothing interesting to say. The night before I could barely sleep. When I finally did get to sleep I had the strangest dream. The ghost of Big Pun came out of my closet and into my bedroom. I was like oh my god...you're really him. Big Moon Dog, Big Punisher, Pun... Pun was like "yeah yeah kid and a bunch of other dopey nicknames, forget about that stuff, we don't have much time. I'm here because you're in some kind of a pickle, right? Some big dinner party, and you got nothing to say? Here's what I want you to do, go in there, and talk about hip hop." I said, hey Pun, look man, I don't know the first thing about hip-hop. I'm a real pale blond kid from the suburbs. The Big Pun looked at me and he said something I'll never forget. He said, "Everyone gets a chance to do something great. Most people never take that chance, either they're too scared, or they don't recognize it when it spits on their shoes. Remember when you followed Shea Serrano on twitter the other day? Someone's telling you something kid, if I were you, I'd listen." Then as he headed back towards my closet, he went over to my desk and picked up six rulers. He said, "six rulers...I don't know why, but can I take these?" I told him sure thing, and thanks for the advice. He told me, " Remember kid, there's heroes, and there's legends. Heroes, get remembered, but legends never die." And then he was gone. I woke up the next morning and this book was under my pillow. I spent the whole day reading it. And I crushed that dinner party. They're talking about making it a weekly thing. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Rap Year Book: No one can stop it, it's all the way up. *by M***A on May 11, 2017* The Rap Year Book is both a creative and thoughtful look at history as seen through the eyes of rap music. You don't even need to have heard all the songs to appreciate the depth of thought that went into this book (although it helps). Shea Serrano does a fantastic job of diving into a song, as well as giving a fair shake to other songs that were in direct competition for the top spot. He even includes guest contributors that make cases for particularly strong songs. The art in this book is incredible as well. It is a style that fits Shea's writing incredibly well. I would recommend this book to: you, your siblings, your best friends, your mom, your kids, your high school English teacher, your close acquaintances, your ex-girlfriend, your coworkers, and any and all pets. It is that good. Do yourself a favor and get it already. ## Frequently Bought Together - The Rap Year Book: The Most Important Rap Song From Every Year Since 1979, Discussed, Debated, and Deconstructed - Can't Stop Won't Stop (Young Adult Edition): A Hip-Hop History - The Hip Hop Wars: What We Talk About When We Talk About Hip Hop--and Why It Matters --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sg/products/18976766-the-rap-year-book-the-most-important-rap-song-from](https://www.desertcart.sg/products/18976766-the-rap-year-book-the-most-important-rap-song-from) --- *Product available on Desertcart Singapore* *Store origin: SG* *Last updated: 2026-11-01*