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While “Billie Jean” gave us flair, “Beat It” gave us defiance, and “Thriller” gave us nightmares, it was Thriller’s sixth single “P.Y.T.” that provided a timeless jolt of ecstasy.

'If we're not telling about your personal demons and the mistakes that you've made, then we're not doing it honestly. '

Recalling Fox's early black-centered TV lineup and how it amplified hip-hop culture.

For over 20 years now, rumors and elaborate conspiracies about Pac's unsolved murder have circulated, only adding to his legend.

John Legend, D'Angelo, Jazmine Sullivan and more credit Hill's album for their approach to honest songwriting.

This is not a competition, but albums by Erykah Badu, Brandy, Aretha Franklin and Maxwell were also great and deserve recognition.

While the iconic singer's impact on soul, pop R&B is well-documented, her considerable contributions to hip-hop are often overlooked.

The song and video solidified the Bad Boy Records mogul as a fearless hip-hop visionary.

We look at some of the most important "firsts" in hip-hop, from its origins to the present day.

The group's sophomore album show growth from the foursome, but also marked the beginning of the end for the West Coast rap group.