hype men
Rapper's vocal backup
Hype men are people who generate enthusiasm for a performer, product, or cause.
In hip-hop, a hype man supports the main rapper by shouting phrases, repeating lines, and energizing the crowd: Every great MC needs a hype man.
More broadly, anyone who builds excitement or promotes someone else's work: His friends became his hype men, talking up the startup to investors.
- energizerSource of drive
- promoterOne who organizes events
- hypemanConcert crowd motivator
- rallyingAssembling for unified action
- ad-libsUnrehearsed spoken remarks
backing vocals · catchphrases · emcee · call-and-response · crowd-pleaser · boosting · DJs · hip hop culture · pump up · rap · cyphers · entertainer · chants · supporters · shows · speakers · MCs · cheerleaders
hype menheadliner
Top-billed performer
main act · lead performer · star · frontman · lead vocalist
hype menbuzzkills
Those who spoil enjoyment
party poopers · wet blankets · downers · killjoys · Debbie Downers