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A critically acclaimed PS1 title released in 1997. It was one of the first music/rhythm games of its kind. The original soundtrack was composed and arranged by Masaya Matsuura. A sequel of sorts was released in 1999, starring a different main character, Um Jammer Lammy. PaRappa was featured as a playable bonus character. The game was not as successful as the original. In 2002, Parappa the Rapper 2 for Playstation 2 was released, but it failed to acquire the same level of success as the first installment. A reworked version of the original PaRappa The Rapper is available for the...

Rappa Robert, also recorded under the name Papa Robert, was a 1980s era dancehall deejay who recorded many tunes with his sparring partner, Tippa Lee. .

O Rappa (pronounced "Oh Hah-pah") is a popular Brazilian reggae/rock band from Rio de Janeiro. Their sound is a rich, refreshing meddle of reggae and rock often combined with elements of funk, hip-hop, rap and samba. They are also known for their smart, socially conscious lyrics; the members themselves work on numerous social projects in the country. Current Formation * Marcelo Falcão - vocals * Xandão (Alexandre Menezes) - guitars * Lauro Farias - bass * Nelson Meirelles - keyboards * Marcelo Lobato- drums Origins O Rappa got their start in 1993, when Jamaican reggae artist Papa Winnie arrived in...