Dok2

Song: Rap Star, On My Way, 111%

  • Adopted American Rap into Korean culture
  • Based on Trap Beat 
  • Dok2's music focuses on money, power, and swag
  • Leader of hip hop label Illionaire Records
* His name is pronounced as (Dok Ee)

What can you learn about Korean culture from DOK2?
  • Previous to DOK 2, American style trap was not popular in Korea
    • The hard beat was not familiar to Koreans before DOK2
    • His music style did not come to rise for about 7 years after DOK2's debut
      • Proved that persistence can lead to success
  • Koreans became aware of SWAG and luxuries
    • Ex: Rolex and Gucci 
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