verb Music Slang

Spit

/spɪt/ · verb · slang

To rap, especially to deliver bars with skill — 'spit a verse' means lay down some rhymes.

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Definitions

1

Specifically to freestyle or perform a verse on the spot.

“Spit something right now, prove it.”
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2

To rap or deliver lyrics, especially with skill and force.

“Let him spit, he's actually nice on the mic.”
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3

As 'spitter,' a noun for a genuinely skilled lyrical rapper.

“He's a real spitter, not just a vibe artist.”
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Spit In A Sentence

Bro can't sing but he can SPIT, give him a beat
She spit a 30 second freestyle and ended careers
Stop hyping yourself and just spit then

Origin & Usage

AAVE metaphor where rapping is likened to spitting words out rapidly. Established in hip-hop vocabulary by the 1990s and standard ever since.

Variants SpitterSpit BarsSpitting
Tags #hip-hop#aave#american#90s

People Also Ask

What does 'spit' mean in rap?

It means to rap or deliver lyrics, especially with skill, as in 'spit a verse.'

What is a 'spitter'?

A spitter is a rapper known for strong lyrical, technical skill rather than just melody or vibe.

Does 'spit bars' mean something specific?

It means to rap impressive lyrics, combining 'spit' (to rap) with 'bars' (the lines themselves).

Is 'spit' a compliment?

Generally yes — saying someone can spit means they're genuinely good at rapping.

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