Question: how can i learn to be a hip hop producer? 

Answer: Work as an intern in a studio with a producer. Take classes in music, communications, and business which is very important. Music is a business and it is a tough business. The more skills you have in music, the better chances of getting a job in this industry. Offer your services to studios and advertise as well as network with people in the industry. Definitely learn where hip hop came from. I did my internship at Virgin Records in England and thanks to that, I work as a fulltime producer at local recording studio.
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