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... was the first rapper, back in 1970 with "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised". I've always thought rap was the confluence of poetry and Talkin' Blues, but I really think Heron's flawless delivery laid the groundwork for contemporary rap style.
I'm 2 years and change shy of 80, so I ain't an expert on the subject by any measure, but I always liked Gil Scott Heron's work, and he was WAY ahead of his time.
If you're gonna throw stuff at me, please make it soft; I'm not quick enough to dodge it like I used to. 
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