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Drill music originated in Chicago and gained prominence in the early 2010s, largely through the influence of Chief Keef. Its narrative was deeply intertwined with themes of gang life, violence, and authenticity. While gangster rap, popularized by icons like N.W.A and later 50 Cent, often blurred the line between reality and fiction, drill music presented a grim shift—rappers were not only quoting their lives in their lyrics but actively participating in the violent acts they described.