O impacto da música do Racionais Mc´s na construção identitária da juventude negra

Abstract

The present research investigates the impact of the music of the MC's Rational on the identity construction of black youth, focusing on the legal and social implications. The introduction presents the relevance of rap, especially the group Raciones MC's, in the representation of social experiences and in the construction of the identity of young peripheral blacks. The study proposes six hypotheses dealing with the group's influence on racial and social awareness, resistance to discrimination, perception of civil and social rights, self-esteem, racial pride and political engagement. The methodology used was the bibliographic review, analyzing studies and academic articles on the influence of rap and MC's on Brazilian society. Works dealing with identity construction, cultural resistance and legal implications of the messages transmitted by the group were examined. The research is structured in four main chapters: historical and social contextualization of rap in Brazil, analysis of the letters of MC's Rational, impact on identity construction and legal and social implications. The results highlight that the letters of MC's Rational address topics such as police violence, structural racism, poverty and social exclusion, reflecting the reality of the peripheries and promoting awareness about civil and social rights. The group's music contributes significantly to the racial self-esteem and pride of young black people, as well as encouraging political and social mobilization. The lyrics promote critical awareness and strengthen resistance against social injustices, influencing the formulation of public policies aimed at promoting racial equality. The discussion points out that the messages of the MC's Rational have important legal implications, highlighting the need for public policies that guarantee the protection of the civil and social rights of the black population.The group's music acts as an educational tool, raising awareness about rights and encouraging the struggle for social justice. The conclusions reaffirm that the music of the MC's Rational is a powerful instrument of political education and cultural resistance, promoting social transformation and building a positive identity among young black people. The research recommends strengthening public policies for affirmative action, investments in education and culture, and support for social mobilization as ways to combat structural racism and promote racial equality in Brazil.