In rap, MC stands for "Master of Ceremonies" and is a term that has been associated with hip-hop culture since the 1970s. An MC is a performer who coordinates and performs live shows, and is able to move and control the audience. In contrast, a rapper is someone who raps, or delivers rhymes, and is focused on the art of rapping itself. While the terms "MC" and "rapper" are often used interchangeably, they are not synonymous. An MC is more focused on the performance aspect of rap, while a rapper is more focused on the lyrical and musical aspects of the art form.