THE ORIGINAL RAP BATTLES HOW DISSES BECAME POETRY
Long before diss tracks, rap battles, and “yo mama” jokes, there was medieval “flyting.” Defined as quick exchanges of witty insults, these poetic slights were popular in England and Scotland from the 5th to 16th century. Insulting someone in verse took immense effort and quick wits, and they were undoubtedly a performance you didn’t want to miss. Despite crude language and below-the-belt potshots, flyting became entertainment for royals and was dubbed “court flyting.” While these jests are not well-documented, one flyting event made
Low-brow and crass, these speedy insults were simply too entertaining for even kings and queens to ignore. If you’re wondering what exactly these two “gentlemen” were saying, we’d have to admit that it would be difficult to quote without including expletives and curses. However, one tame section can be shared here. Dunbar reportedly insulted Kennedie by saying: Maggoty mutton, gorged glutton, scurrilous certain heir to Hillhouse, Rank beggar, oyster-dredger, dismal debtor on the lawn, Lily-livered, soul-shivered, cheap as slivers in the millhouse, Bard baiter, thief of nature, false traitor, devil’s spawn. While these amusing fights were a form of entertainment, men also used them to influence the courts and improve their social profile while lowering others. So, as you can imagine, flyting could get intense (similar to rap battles and heated diss tracks).
history. The iconic exchange known as “The Flyting of Dunbar and Kennedie” occurred in the early 16th century between William Dunbar and Walter Kennedie. The two were performing their court flyting for the Scottish King James IV. Both men were known for their intellect and clever nature, and their flyting did not disappoint. This famous dialogue featured two firsts: using fecal matter as an insult and dropping the F-bomb.
Centuries have passed, yet some things never really change!
Can Social Media Affect Personal Injury Cases?
Did you know there are over 302 million social media users in the U.S. as of 2023? That’s around 90% of the population! While different social media platforms can help you connect with others, learn more about a topic, and gain news, they can also hinder you. This is especially true when dealing with personal injury cases. What you say can and will be held against you — even if you post it online! Here are three ways social media can negatively affect your personal injury claim. You could contradict your testimony. For example, if you’re claiming that you broke a bone or have limited mobility, posting a picture or checking in at a bowling alley, yoga class, amusement
park, and other events will not work out in your favor. The defense can challenge the injuries you claim and use them as evidence against you. Your posts can show what you’re capable of doing after receiving injuries. During your claim, you must list everything you can and can’t do because of your injuries. If your posts contradict the outlined activities, it can show the court what you’re capable of doing, which can decrease your claim and potential settlement. Comments and posts from your loved ones can affect you. The defense won’t only look at your social media accounts; they will also look at your friends and family’s accounts. So, although you may not make a post, if a loved one references you in something that goes against your statements, it can be used as evidence against you and can paint you in a negative light. Because what you post can be used against you in court, it’s vital that you refrain from posting on social media if you have a personal injury claim in the works. If you or someone you know would like information on how to protect yourself during this time or need assistance with a personal injury case, please don’t hesitate to contact your friends at Brooks & Crowley. We will do everything possible to help you get the compensation you deserve.
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