Rap's Mama

Soundcheck | May 30, 2012

Long before rap, there was “the dozens” – the African-American street rhyming tradition that often involved… your mom. Today: Author Elijah Wald shares the surprising musical history of the viciously funny insults. Plus: A live performance from indie veteran Frankie Rose.

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