QUOTE(boojum @ Dec 29 2004, 08:45 AM)
What part of my brain do I need removed to be oblivious to rap music??
Pass me the knife.

An electric drill with 7mm bit inserted 15mm into each ear hole in turn should render you absolutely oblivious to music of all types (even crappy Hip-Pop).
Having said that you should seek out some good hip-hop, rap and give it a listen. Good hip-hop is not to be confused with the trash that MTV subject us to. For example, I really like the sound of Zola (not really rap, it's kwaito, but most wouldn't make the distinction).