So, you've decided you want to learn how to improve your rap freestyles from home - but you want to get good enough that you don't embarrass yourself the first time you go "off the top" in front of a crowd.
So, in today’s episode of how to rap, we'll explore five simple steps to enhance your freestyling abilities.
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Master The Art of Freestyle Rap In 2 Weeks Or Less (COURSE I MENTIONED): htr.freestylefortnight.com/fr...
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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
1:03 Freestyle Course
1:27 Step #1 - Decide Your Practice Spaces
3:58 Step #2 - “Story of The Day”
6:12 Step #3 - Practice Making Freestyle Choruses
7:51 Step #4 - Watch for Filler Words
9:31 Step #5 - Change Beat Styles
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So, you've decided you want to master the art of freestyle rapping but want to ensure you don't embarrass yourself the first time you go "off the top" in front of a crowd.
As someone who has rapped professionally for over ten years, traveled the world for music, and coached aspiring rappers like you, I can tell you that improving your freestyle rap skills from home is not only entirely possible-it's a good idea.
But you need to make sure you're taking the right steps to master freestyling from home, or else you're setting yourself up to get clowned.
In today’s episode of how to rap, we'll explore five simple steps to enhance your freestyling abilities.
Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your craft, these freestyle tips will help you build confidence, expand your vocabulary, and flow more smoothly, all from the comfort of your home.
We describe - How To Improve Your Rap Freestyles From Home In 5 Simple Steps.
When you're just starting out on your freestyle journey, picking the right spots to practice is key.
You need places where you can focus and not worry about interruptions. This is because freestyling requires a lot of attention and few distractions.
The shower is your first go-to spot. It's private, and you don't have to worry about how you look or sound.
It's just you and the flow. Practicing in the shower connects freestyling with something comfortable and helps build confidence.
Start with small goals, like freestyling for one to three minutes every day.
The bedroom is another prime spot for practice. It's your personal space, so you can really let loose.
You can move around, use a mirror to watch yourself, or even record your sessions to track your progress. Practicing in your bedroom also helps if you eventually turn it into a home studio.
Next, nail the art of telling the story of your day in freestyle form. Freestyles get the best reactions when you tell a story about the people listening directly or something they know happened recently.
This approach helps you connect with your audience.
Pick a moment from your day and turn it into your “story of the day.” Practice freestyling stories that take 30 seconds or 30 minutes, and track your progress. This method is perfect for any level, whether you're just starting out or more experienced.
When you're deep in your freestyle sessions, start working on creating catchy choruses after about 16-20 bars.
This trick boosts the engagement of your freestyles, making them feel like full-fledged songs.
Juice Wrld, one of the greatest freestylers, often added freestyle choruses between his verses.
This practice not only made his freestyles feel authentic but also served as the foundation for studio tracks.
By regularly practicing choruses, you're building a crucial skill for songwriting.
A good hook is the backbone of a hit song, and practicing choruses will help you craft those hooks.
Pay close attention to filler words or phrases you use when you're not sure what to say, like "you know" or "like."
Everyone has them, but identifying these fillers is the first step to cutting them down.
When you feel a filler word coming on, take a breath instead. This pause sounds natural and makes your freestyles sound more polished.
Practice listening to recordings of your freestyles and pick out the filler words.
By doing this, you'll become more aware of your habits and can start replacing those fillers with purposeful pauses.
Pick out 7-8 different subgenres of rap beats-think trap, DJ Premier, Dr. Dre, Kanye, 9th Wonder, Neptunes, R&B, and fast Kendrick vibes.
Each day, switch up the beat you're freestyling over.
This will boost your versatility and prepare you for any beat that comes your way.
Cycling through different beats builds your adaptability, making you more comfortable and effective when freestyling.
It helps you understand the nuances of each subgenre, allowing you to blend elements from different styles seamlessly.
Hopefully, you enjoyed this free training on how to freestyle from home. Thanks for joining us on how to rap, and we’ll see you in the next one.