As you said, Hooks criticizes the sexism and misogyny in gangsta rap and many popular culture. She sees gangsta rap as “a reflection of the prevailing values in our society, values created and sustained by white supremacist capitalist patriarchy.” The theme of sexism and brutal expression toward the black women in gangsta rap is a core concept of patriarchy. Joan Smith also view hatred of women portrayed in mass media is used to maintain the structure of male dominance even though many people do not admit it. As people listen and enjoy gangsta rap and its theme of the male violence against women, especially the black women, they learn this “gangsta” values of sexism and misogyny. It helps to maintain and strengthen racism and sexism in our
