German Alternative Rap

German Alternative Rap is a subgenre of hip hop music that originated in Germany in the late 1990s. It is characterized by its use of German language lyrics, often with a political or social message, and its incorporation of elements from other genres such as rock, punk, and reggae. It is often seen as a reaction to the more mainstream German hip hop scene, which is often seen as too commercial and lacking in substance. German Alternative Rap is often seen as a more underground and independent form of hip hop, and its artists often have a more DIY approach to their music.