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Def Jam Rapstar Ad Gets Me Pumped For Oct. 5

All drama with other artists aside, truth is, Kanye West knows how to work his magic in the studio.

All drama with other artists aside, truth is, Kanye West knows how to work his magic in the studio. Not only did his new track "Power" infuse some energy into the latest The Social Network trailer, but his über-popular hit "Stronger" is used in the latest ad for Def Jam Rapstar. Now, I'm not saying I have any sort of skills when it comes to rapping, but this commercial really gets me pumped for when Def Jam Rapstar drops on Oct. 5 and shows that anyone can have fun while playing.

Do you think you'll be making the jump from Rock Band to Rapstar next month? Check out the full-length trailer for the game after the break.

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Sing/Dance/Rock: 5 Upcoming Music Video Games

I hope you're ready to get your groove on because the next few months are bringing with it the promise of brand spankin' new music-based video games.
Upcoming Music, Singing, and Dancing Video Games

I hope you're ready to get your groove on because the next few months are bringing with it the promise of brand spankin' new music-based video games. And there's going to be something for everybody, whether you're into rapping, rocking, or scratching. Everybody who can feel the music, that is.

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Rappin' Video Game, Rapstar, Reveals Its Song List

As a major SingStar aficionada, I fear the more difficult songs that have a rap meter, but it's definitely a respectful fear.

As a major SingStar aficionada, I fear the more difficult songs that have a rap meter, but it's definitely a respectful fear. And, oh yeah — I love a challenge.

Good thing, too, because the hip-hop cousin of SingStar, Rapstar, is on its way.

Kotaku has gotten its hands on a partial song list, including Lil Wayne's "Mrs. Officer" (hot) and the Black Eyed Peas' "My Humps."

To see the rest of the partial song list, just read more