Wouldn't know to make any wise remark about hip-hop, but would be surprised if pearls would not cross over into the 'Bling' category -whatever that is. Whatever jewelry is appreciated with the times, pearls should be there...The in-your-eye Deco re-enactment in top HH videos and what not make the perfect background. How far is that from actual practice, is another Q.
There's little subtlety about a huge dark drop pearl (earring)
Weren't 'pearls on rope' supposed to be
sportswear?