tapbap

Tapbap is a term used to describe the sound of drums. In musical terms, it is a combination of two beats making up a percussion sound. This sound is most commonly used in hip-hop, jazz, and other forms of music.
Originating from Africa, the tapbap sound was brought to the United States by soul and blues musicians during the post World War II era. As these genres of music began to become popular in the 1950s, the tapbap sound was integrated into other forms of American music. It was used in popular American soul and R&B music during the 1960s, as well as funk in the 1970s. By the time hip-hop was introduced in the 1980s, the tapbap sound was already a staple in popular music.
Today, the tapbap sound is still widely used in both contemporary and classic hip-hop music. Its signature rhythm is often used in both melodic and freeform beats. Many top hip-hop producers such as Dr. Dre, Kanye West, and Jay-Z have used the tapbap sound in their beats to create unique and memorable tracks. The tapbap sound is also often used in jazz and funk instrumentals. Instrumentalists such as the late Art Blakey and Herbie Hancock were known to feature the sound in their jazz and funk instrumentals.
The tapbap sound has had a major influence on the sound of popular music. It is one of the most iconic drum beats in popular music and continues to be a favorite of hip-hop producers and instrumentalists. Whether it is being used in contemporary hip-hop or jazz, the tapbap sound has become an integral part of popular music.