Old School UK Hip Hop is a genre of music that originated in the United Kingdom in the late 1980s and early 1990s. It is characterized by its use of samples from classic soul, funk, and reggae records, as well as its lyrical content which often focuses on social and political issues. It is also known for its use of British slang and its incorporation of elements from other genres such as jazz, rock, and dub. Old School UK Hip Hop is often seen as a precursor to the grime and UK garage genres.
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