In Chapter three of Next of Kin, The Verse of the Godfather, Rodriguez elaborates on Chicano Rap and brings up various famous Chicano rappers like Kid Frost. Rodriguez mentions how Chicano Rap is very similar to events occurring in the Chicano Movements because it is a way in which various rappers got their voice herd against things they are passing through or rap about their oppression. Chicano Rap empowers many youth Chicanos. He makes the connection between I am Joaquin by Corky Gonzalez, and La Raza by Kid Frost. “Chicano Rap and Chicano movement poetry must be read as resistance narratives, especially given how both emerge from youth culture and social movement”(Pg. 113). The poem I am Joaquin served to empower several Chicanos, and help them embrace their identity in a time where many Mexican-Americans felt they didn’t, and felt lost. La Raza also got the attention of several Chicano youth making them feel like they belong somewhere. Corky Gonzalez in general was a great speaker during the Chicano Movement, which made him the “godfather” for many Chicanos, and so is Frost because of his promotion to La Raza. Both I am Joaquin and La Raza are based on masculinity and brotherhood, however, it does not mention whatsoever anything about female, or even a queer perspective. Chicano Rap was based on a more patriarchal aspect not being inclusive of gender, and sexuality. In conclusion, I was intrigued by the connection that Rodriguez made about I am Joaquin, and La Raza. It was no surprise to me when I read that Chicano Rap was not popular like other types of music. Like always the minority group was devalued, yet it is fascinating to see that while some might not see it as important it helps to empowers, and encourages many Chicanos youth.