When rap came out 30 years ago I thought it was just a fad

Unfortunately, there exists more "thugs" than decent people in these troubles times.

My question to you is. Were they thugs before rap or did rap make them thugs?

Taters .... Our very own audiophile philosopher.  You stay awake nights thinking up all these questions you ask?  Will you reach audio enlightenment?  I wish you the best of luck.  As for Rap, you know, it's kind of like Jazz.  Would it last?  To everyone's amazement it did, but why?  Hmmm, maybe just because I don't get it doesn't mean no one else does.  Matter of fact a whole lot of other people do get it, so it must be successful despite me.  Who'd of figured?  As for the thugs, they have been with humanity since the dawn of time.  Didn't you take history? 
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Sorry to be a smart ass, the target was just to big to miss.  

There is a big difference to me. Jazz has lasted in a small niche way and I am happy for that. I don't remember it dominating fashion or the movie or music business like Rap has. So I ask the same question I asked before. Why?