what is crunk music

Crunk music is a subgenre of southern hip hop that originated in the early 1990s in Memphis, Tennessee, and gained mainstream success during the early to mid-2000s. It is often up-tempo and one of Southern hip hop's more nightclub- oriented subgenres. The focal point of crunk is more often the beats and music than the lyrics therein. Crunk rappers often chant, shout, and scream their lyrics, creating a heavy, aggressive style of hip hop. The music is typically uptempo, making it a perfect backdrop for dance clubs and rowdy parties. The Roland TR-808 and 909 are among the most popular instruments to create crunk compositions with. Lil Jon is one of the most prominent performers of crunk music.