The cultural phenomenon that revolves around graffiti, breakdancing, and rap is commonly known as "hip-hop culture." Hip-hop emerged in the Bronx, New York City, in the 1970s and has since become a global cultural movement with influences in music, art, dance, fashion, and social and political activism. The four main elements of hip-hop culture are often identified as MCing (rapping), DJing (turntablism), breaking (breakdancing), and graffiti art. Hip-hop has had a profound impact on various aspects of contemporary culture and continues to be a powerful form of expression and identity for many people worldwide.