Words Beats & Life

Words Beats & Life (WBL) is a non-profit organization based in Washington, D.C., that works in hip hop art and education. In 2023, they presented American rapper Lupe Fiasco with the inaugural Rap Laureate Award. The ceremony was held on April 8, 2023, at the Remixing the Art of Social Change Conference at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Library.
== Background ==
The Rap Laureate was created in celebration of hip hop's 50th anniversary. Words Beats & Life explained they chose Fiasco because his work "reflects the kind of storytelling, contemplative fiction and in-the-moment dialogues about the impact of rap all over the world." This came alongside the organization's debut publication, The Rap Laureate, where their first issue analyzed Fiasco's career and contributions.Griffin, Marc (March 23, 2023). "Lupe Fiasco to Be Honored as 2023 Rap Laureate in Washington D.C.". Vibe.
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File:Rap Laureate Issue No. 1.jpg|Rap Laureate Issue No. 1
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