# Sci-Fi Horror Raps JT Machinima's 'Keeping Me Human' Dead Space Rap is a Must for Hip Hop Fans By Andrew Sztein | Published 2013-03-01 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dead-space-rap References: [youtube](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o6jm627DSos&feature=youtu.be) & [youtube](http://www.youtube.com/user/skullkruncher13?feature=watch) This Dead Space Rap is perfect for anyone thinking about starting up the recently released Dead Space 3, but needs to be caught up to the storyline. The Dead Space rap called 'Keeping me Human,' summarizes the story threads, characters and themes of the popular [sci-fi horror video game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyes-never-wake) franchise while dropping some mad beats at the same time. The rap grabs you from the first few seconds as JT Machinima starts rapping about "one man with a plasma gun." On a larger level, this Dead Space rap goes to show how ingrained in pop culture [video games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daft-punk-1) have become. Even a sci-fi title that would have been considered niche a few years ago is crossing over into other media like [rap music](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wind-and-sea-2). It's a pretty interesting evolution. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Video Game Music Crossovers:** The crossover of video game franchise with other media presents an opportunity for innovation. - **Sci-fi Horror Themes in Pop Culture:** The rising popularity of sci-fi horror themes in popular culture opens up new opportunities for industries to explore. - **Increased Popularity of Niche Genres:** The increased popularity of niche genres among mainstream audiences presents a new market for creative industries. ### Where This Applies - **Gaming Industry:** The gaming industry can leverage the popularity of video game music crossovers to create more engaging and interactive experiences. - **Music Industry:** The music industry can capitalize on the rising popularity of sci-fi horror themes in popular culture to create new and innovative forms of music. - **Film and Television Industry:** The film and television industry can explore the increased popularity of niche genres among mainstream audiences to create new and exciting content. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Monstrous Horror Video Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horror-video-games.md) - [Hip-Hop-Focused Virtual Worlds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planet-hip-hop.md) - [Action Rhythm Animated Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hifi-rush.md) - [Standalone Rhythm Game Adventures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rift-of-the-necrodancer.md) - [VR Alien Horror Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/predator-hunting-grounds.md) - [Alien-Themed Game Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dead-by-daylight-game.md) - [Dynamic Rhythm Game Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crypt-of-the-necrodancer.md) - [AI Rap Generating Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-rap-generator.md) - [Pizza-Themed Music Videos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lucha-little.md)