# Lyrical Fortune Cookies The Fortune Cookie Flows are Filled with Words from Rap Songs By M | Published 2016-04-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rap-song References: [firstwefeast](http://firstwefeast.com/eat/fortune-cookie-flows-replaces-fortune-cookie-aphorisms-with-rap-lyrics/) & [fortunecookieflows](http://www.fortunecookieflows.com/) Subverting the traditions of the words of wisdom hidden inside fortune cookies are the Fortune Cookie Flows, that creatively exchange insightful proverbs for [rap song lyrics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paparap). The fortune cookies retain the same aesthetic and shape as the customary version, except that inside the fortunes are replaced with r&b lyrics. The cookies are sold in packs of 50, containing a mixture of different fortunes containing lyrics selected from [popular rap artists](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-4-box) such as Lil Wayne, Tupac and Kayne. The treats cleverly subvert the expectation of the eater, who might open the cookie expending a fortune. Instead the fortunes contain such words of wisdom as, "Real Gs move in silence like lasagna" as Lil Wayne says. Companies such as Fortune Cookie Flows showcase how a traditional and popularized ritual product such as a fortune cookie can be slightly tweaked in its offerings to suit current millennial demographics. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Rap-inspired Fortune Cookies:** Innovative food companies can create new products that fuse traditional cuisine with contemporary culture and values. - **Subverting Traditional Products:** Companies can gain a competitive edge by creatively disrupting common products and services with new and unexpected concepts. - **Personalized Fortune Cookies:** Fortune cookies with customized messages based on individual preferences and personality can appeal to consumers who value unique and personalized experiences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can leverage the popularity of both traditional and trendy products to create new offerings that appeal to diverse demographics. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Agencies can use innovative marketing strategies to attract customers and generate buzz by re-imagining well-known products and services with new twists. - **Customized Gifts:** Customization can be incorporated into popular gift items such as fortune cookies to provide a more meaningful and memorable experience for customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Created Fortune Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fortune-message.md) - [Hip-Hop Group-Approved Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grandmas-cookies.md) - [Artistic Hip-Hop-Inspired Cereal Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/follow-your-ears.md) - [Street Art-Style Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cookie-plug.md) - [Sonically Aged Cheese Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonically-aged-cheese-snack.md) - [Musically Aged Cracker Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pandora-and-cheezit.md) - [Bouillon-Based Food Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fast-food-remix.md) - [Satirical Girl Scout Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mschf-scout-cookies.md) - [Wintery Restaurant-Inspired Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frrrozen-hot-chocolate-cookie.md)