Meet Rapping Monk Mr. Happiness!!!

Well, this is different. Kansho Tagai, also known as Mr. Happiness, has made quite the name for himself, fusing Buddhist chants, religious prayer and hip-hop beats. But where did this idea come from. Kansho told Reuters:

“When I listened to rap music for the first time, it was in English so I couldn’t understand a word. I realized that the same can be said for Buddhist sutras because most people can’t understand a word. And the thing is, listening to rap music makes you feel good even though it may be incomprehensible.”

Good point! The rapping monk is now taking those ill beats and dropping them all upon young Buddhists in Japan. Kansho has been rapping since 2006 and continues to use his mad hot skills to try to encourage young people to get involved in the faith. But what’s next after conquering the world of Buddhist hip-hop. Well tap dancing of course. Be on the look out for Mr. Happiness to mix together some rhythmic footwork and some hot fire in the not so distant future. Check out his lyrical skills.

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