The "beat" in rap refers to the accompaniment music of a song, also called arrangement or rhythm. It is an important part of rap music and provides the rapper with the background and rhythm of the music. When making rap songs, beat is very critical, providing a platform for rappers to express their thoughts, emotions and stories. A good beat can inspire rappers and help them find their own voice in the music. Rap is mainly characterized by the rapid and rhythmic telling of rhymed verses or lyrics with rhythmic accompaniment. The form originated in poor black communities in New York and spread widely around the world. Rap can be in Chinese or English. It is often used in songs and includes not only speaking but also singing. It is a narrative form of folk art. It is not only used to express emotions and stories, but also incorporates local cultural and linguistic characteristics, giving rap music a variety of tunes and local colors.