Rap Battles Freestyle rap battles are one of the most exciting things to watch, as MCs try and outdo each other! Going to a rap battle allows you to immerse yourself in rap culture and you can pick up skills by watching and listening. Perhaps you could even brave the stage – as they say, diamonds are made under pressure. What’s more, you can meet like-minded people at these types of events and this could lead to friendship or even collaboration. These events can also provide great networking opportunities to meet industry execs and tastemakers.