Observing the Main image we are presented with rap idols Lil wayne and Baby (Birdman) who are apart of the rap/urban celebrity culture ,which is seen as a competitive industry. Both artist are wearing excessive amounts of jewellery , virtually covered in bling this conotes the idea of wealth and luxurious life style. The men are both standing topless witch appeals to a female audience and also a male audience as it is Homo-erotic. The large surface area of tattoos covering there bodies instantly depicts an image of masculinity and ruggedness, it can also justify there individuality and independent persona. Concentrating on Lil Waynes hands , we see he is holding a red bandana/balaclava also his hat has aspects of red patterns, babys chain has hints of red and his hat is in a red colour , connoting the idea of power and superiority.
Focusing on The Background , we can make out the image of a run down broken house , this contrast there physically appearance of being glamourous and living a luxury filled life . The broken house is symbolic of there past and where they came from..showing there struggle relating to the idea of 'Survival of the fittest'.
The Mast Head is in large font with a red background , using the colour red carrys on the idea of power and supremacy. The letters 'XXL' are incrusted with diamonds , this relates to the physical appearance of Baby and Lil Wayne , linking to the bling culture.
Examining the Puff ,'Decade of Dominance'relates to the artists image and the competitive nature of the rap game , also use of the word 'Dominance' conotes the idea of achieving control in the rap game .
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