i think rap is def. mostly an acquired/honed skill.... even in singing there are MANY basically "god given" things u need to be good, such as a natural ear and tonal quality to progress... but in rap u dont have to be melodic and sing..... all u need to know is put words to a beat....

i would say like 10% natural talent 90% honed...... but the "natural" part is VERY basic... like being able to stay on beat, having a good voice/breath control/delivery.... but then AGAIN, all those things can be taught as well......

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