Open Mic

noun, slang

Hip-hop slang · Rap Dictionary

Definition

A public event where a mic is provided to an artist or poet to perform.

Examples

1

I'ma be at the open mic tonight.

2

Went from open mic to performing in the stadiums" - Young Thug, Dead On.

3

I still miss being a senior and performing at all those open mic events" - Chance the Rapper, Acid Rain.

4

Worst rapper to ever spit on an open mic" - Childish Gambino, ?yaphet kotto (freestyle).

5

I couldn?t afford to get my girl into this open mic that I performed for" - Mick Jenkins, Drink More.

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Synonyms

Karaoke
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