Music
trap
What does trap mean?
A running play in which a defensive lineman is intentionally let through, then blocked from the side by a pulling lineman, opening a hole for the back.
"They ran a trap up the middle and sprung the back into the secondary."
Origin
Rooted in Southern US hip-hop, where the trap referred to a place of street hustling, it grew into a defining rap subgenre in the 2000s and 2010s.
Frequently asked questions
What does trap mean in music?
Trap is a subgenre of hip-hop known for heavy 808s, fast hi-hats, and dark, hard-hitting beats.
What does trap mean in slang?
It can mean trap music or a place where street hustling happens.
Where did trap music come from?
It comes from Southern US hip-hop and grew into a major rap subgenre in the 2000s and 2010s.
What does trap mean on TikTok?
On TikTok trap usually refers to the music style used in edits and clips.
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