Here's something that's factual: Most people think that the music from their era and generation is the best . That's why you'll often see social media complaints about new, younger artists, which seems to happen in hip-hop the most.
The complaints from older rap fans tend to occur because the genre is no longer solely made up of teens and 20-somethings, since many of the same people who fell in love with rap music in the '80s and '90s still want songs that they consider inventive.
It's been said by many that a lot of new school rappers have a seeming disinterest in showing strong lyrical ability and substance in their music. That could have to do with many younger rappers making songs that are considered lighthearted and fun, which a lot of younger fans say they want when pushing