Rap has traditionally has struggled with the treatment of women in lyrics and videos. Hand Job Academy is about to turn your antiquated notions of female rappers upside down. They are unapologetically women and they put periods front and center. Prepare yourself for the video after the jump.
Above is their masterpiece Shark Week. Because, sharks chase blood, yo.
Hand Job Academy is Lil T (who is also the filmmaker), Clara Bizna$$, Ash Wednesday. Ash Wednesday moonlights on her rap career as a kindergarten teacher.
Ash: It’s not just about periods. It’s about owning your period.
Lil T: Having sex on your period.
Lest you think this is some kind of joke, the ladies are full on serious, but are aware of a certain level of humor in what they do.
I don’t believe that just because something is unserious that it’s a parody. I don’t think they want to hear women rap.
Source: NYMag / Tip o’ the hat to cacahuate.
