Hip-Hop Today..

So, I've been procrastinating on this next post because I wanted to write about something besides music..well I shouldn't fight it - it's the only thing I can think about!
I wanna touch on the state of "Hip-Hop" today..it's practically dead. I was watching this show called "Shaken Not Stirred" which is hosted by Anthony Anderson, Paul Rodriguez, DL Hughley and John Salley. Ice-T was the guest and he had some things to say that I definitely agree with.
Today we have a lot of "ringtone" rappers and i've read some articles that say 50 Cent is one and honestly I'm a fan of his music..he makes music I can dance to and he's a pretty funny dude. But how about Souljah Boy? I'm not really into his music..he's not saying a damn thing. Flo-Rida, his music is catchy but does he really have to sample EACH one of his songs???? I mean he needs to come with something original cause that's what will get him some respect.
Ice-T was saying that we need to go back to the days when music was about change. Hip-Hop came about as a form of expression. An outlet for the frustration we face in everyday life. I agree that we need music like Public Enemy, Wu-Tang Clan, KRS-One, etc..
Anyway, I know there's a lot of potential out there and a lot of people who have something to say besides how many cars they want and how bitches wanna get with them..I didn't think that fad in Hip-Hop would last as long as it has..I mean I listen to a lot of different rappers but remember when Cam'ron used to actually rap? Now he does nursery rhymes..
Below are some videos..and if you have any feedback on this post leave a comment! And teach me something!