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RESPECT
Core Definition
A foundational value of sound system culture — acknowledging the skill, history, and contribution of fellow selectors, artists, and crews.
[ Comprehensive Explanation & Cultural Context ]
Even in the fiercely competitive world of sound clashes, 'respect' governs the culture's unwritten rules: crediting where dubplates and riddims came from, acknowledging the pioneers, and recognizing skill even in a rival. Losing respect within the scene carries more weight than losing a single clash.
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