SoundCloud has already established a platform for teens to explore music beyond the mainstream. But what truly draws teenagers to SoundCloud rap, in particular, is the idea of uniqueness and rebellion. In a period of anxiety and experimentalism, teenagers are drawn to these artists’ bleak depiction of societal taboos such as sex, drugs, and gang-life. To back up the rebellious nature of their lyrics, these rappers – clad with face tattoos, candy-colored hair, and grills in the place of teeth – present themselves in a way that is far from what most teenagers experience in their lives and are viewed as unique and game-changers. With the increased usage of social media, SoundCloud Rappers further exaggerate their rebellious, give-no-f****s attitude on platforms such as Instagram and Twitter, creating both a virtual and physical followership that continues to grow their coolness and popularity, despite becoming more and more mainstream. By listening to SoundCloud Rap, whether it's aggressive or emo songs, teens are manipulated into believing that their voice, their playfulness, and their anxiety is represented by these authentic artists when in actuality these artists overexaggerate in both their lyrics and lifestyle to gain popularity and fame.