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Cam'ron, Mase: New York Swagger Lives On
6 Nov
Summary
- Rappers Cam'ron and Mase dispute claims of a dying New York accent.
- They believe the accent is tied to New Yorkers' personality and temperament.
- A recent survey ranked New York City lower in accent usage than Appalachian.
Hip-hop artists Cam'ron and Mase have voiced their disagreement with the notion that New York City's accent is diminishing. Speaking on a recent episode of 'It Is What It Is,' they asserted that the accent is inseparable from the city's inherent personality and the aggressive temperament of its inhabitants. Mase suggested that this unique way of speaking will likely persist indefinitely.
Cam'ron further elaborated that internet trends often fabricate such claims. He humorously contrasted how a New York accent sounds when delivering certain phrases versus how it might sound in other regions. He linked the accent directly to one's environment, recalling his own experience returning from college in Texas with a Southern drawl that drew comments from others.
These opinions emerge amidst a recent survey that placed New York City's accent at number 12 among accents Americans report using less frequently. However, the survey also noted that media portrayals might help preserve such accents despite everyday usage softening. Factors like relocation and interactions with non-locals are cited as potential influences on accent changes.
