The Diss as an Instrument of Fight between the Rappers – the Case of the Polish Rap

Abstract

The pejorative connotation of the words “hip hop” and “rap” is the result of the origin of this culture and its expressive artistic character. Due to popular aspect that characterizes the language of hip-hop fans, it is necessary to notice, citing Jean-Pierre Goudaillier that identity form of the language is the result of “[...] a revolt, which is Social and have the significance of the immediate socio-economic environment experienced in everyday life and often unfavorable.” (Comment tu tchatches!, 2001: 8). The fact that rap is seen by some as: brutal, bold, shocking, rude, vulgar etc., is the result of its appearance and its specificity, Thomas Blondeau and Fred Hanak cite an interview with Diam’s (a rap singer) which questioned: “You are known, why are you vulgar? Why do you say fuck all the time, even when you win a prize?” Answers: “But, ladies and gentlemen, I rap, fuck! I’m not a variety singer.” (Combat rap II, 2008: 212) Vulgarity is a specific line for each country rap, valves, rivalry and respect for rules play an important role in hip-hop culture. Our communication will deal with the diss rap in the Polish language as well as its instruments.