OutKast Drops Classic Double Album: Sept. 23 In Hip-Hop HistoryOutKast Drops Classic Double Album: Sept. 23 In Hip-Hop HistoryOn this day, OutKast released 'Speakerboxxx/The Love Below,' and Jermaine Dupri and LisaRaye McCoy celebrate birthdays. Trent FitzgeraldTrent Fitzgerald
Ice Cube Stays 'True to the Game': Sept. 14 in Hip-Hop HistoryIce Cube Stays 'True to the Game': Sept. 14 in Hip-Hop History Ice Cube releases the scathing "True to the Game," Amy Winehouse and Nas are born, Destiny's Child cements their legacy and Michael Jackson faces sexual abuse claims. Jacinta HowardJacinta Howard
Will Smith Moves to 'Bel-Air': Sept.10 in Hip-Hop HistoryWill Smith Moves to 'Bel-Air': Sept.10 in Hip-Hop HistoryWill Smith becomes the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Nas makes you look and Beyoncé goes off, on this day in hip-hop history.Rob SmithRob Smith
12 Collateral Damage Victims of Rap Beef12 Collateral Damage Victims of Rap BeefRap beef has never been victimless, here's a look back at 12 people that got caught up in the crossfire of some infamous hip-hop feuds. raj chanderraj chander
Best Rappers Turned Actors, RankedBest Rappers Turned Actors, RankedFrom Will Smith, Queen Latifah and Ice Cube, to Sticky Fingaz and Eve, we've ranked the rappers-turned-actors. Jacinta HowardJacinta Howard
The 25 Most Memorable Hip-Hop and R&B MTV VMAs PerformancesThe 25 Most Memorable Hip-Hop and R&B MTV VMAs PerformancesHip-hop and R&B have come a long way on MTV. We're looking back at 25 of the best performances on the MTV VMAs. Ashlea BrandonAshlea Brandon
20 Rap Songs That Sample Aretha Franklin20 Rap Songs That Sample Aretha FranklinHip-hop adores the Queen of Soul.Trent FitzgeraldTrent Fitzgerald
Nas Names His Top Five Hip-Hop Songs of All-Time Nas Names His Top Five Hip-Hop Songs of All-Time Slick Rick, Public Enemy, Run DMC, Eric B. and Rakim and MC Shan all make the cut for Nas' Top 5.Jacinta HowardJacinta Howard
20 Rappers Who Pay Homage to Hip-Hop In Their Songs20 Rappers Who Pay Homage to Hip-Hop In Their SongsThese rappers give thanks to hip-hop and its creator DJ Kool Herc in their lyrics.Trent FitzgeraldTrent Fitzgerald
12 Throwback Rap Album Covers Inspired by Jazz/R&B Album Artwork12 Throwback Rap Album Covers Inspired by Jazz/R&B Album ArtworkThese rappers paid homage to their favorite old-school jazz and R&B albums with their iconic LP cover art.Trent FitzgeraldTrent Fitzgerald