[1] The album was a pivotal moment in Portuguese music, marking the transition of rap and hip hop from underground movements to mainstream recognition, particularly with the radio hit "Nadar" by Black Company.

With its diverse styles and bold social commentary, Rapública introduced the genre to a wider audience, helping to establish Portuguese rap as a legitimate cultural force.

Many artists featured on the album, including Black Company, Líderes da Nova Mensagem, Zona Dread, and Boss AC himself, had connections to the Trópico scene.

Brazilian rapper Gabriel o Pensador played a significant role in this transformation, as his success in Portugal encouraged local artists to experiment with incorporating Portuguese into their music.

[3] Tracks, such as "A Verdade" by Boss AC and "Só Queremos Ser Iguais" by Zona Dread, addressed important social and political themes, often focusing on the struggles and experiences of racialized youth in Portugal.

[2] The album was hailed as a groundbreaking effort to introduce Portuguese rap to a wider audience, capturing the raw energy and cultural diversity of Lisbon’s emerging hip hop scene.

Critics praised its bold representation of the genre, and the inclusion of tracks like Black Company's Nadar helped the album reach beyond its underground roots to mainstream listeners.

The local high school used the phrase during a controversial national debate about the preservation of these engravings, which were at risk of being submerged by a dam with even President Mário Soares incorporating it into a speech.

[3][4] Additionally, tracks like Rabola Bô Corpo by Family, became popular in African clubs, while Rap é uma Potência by Líderes da Nova Mensagem also garnered significant airplay.

[4] Rapública marked the formal introduction of rap as a national cultural product in Portugal, significantly broadening its appeal beyond immigrant communities and helping establish its presence among middle-class audiences.

The album’s success also highlighted the potential for hip hop to address pressing social issues like racism, poverty, and inequality while resonating with diverse audiences.