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Crunk is a type of hip hop music that became popular in the mid-1990s. It started in the clubs of Memphis, Tennessee. The word "crunk" comes from the word "crank," like "crank the music up!" It can also be used as an adjective to describe something exciting or energetic.

Crunk music mixes different styles, including Miami bass, Southern rap, and electronica. It often features a lot of yelling and chanting, making it very energetic and exciting.

The Rise of Crunk Music

Lil Jon is one of the most famous crunk artists. His song "Get Low," which he made with the Ying Yang Twins, helped make crunk music known to everyone. After this song came out, crunk became a very popular style of music, especially in the mid-2000s.

Crunk's Popularity Fades

Even though crunk was very popular for a while, its fame eventually started to fade. By the 2010s, another type of hip hop music called trap music became more popular and took its place.

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