Hip Hop Was Born Here
A journey to explore the history of hip hop in New York City with LL Cool J.
Hosted by legendary rapper LL COOL J, the series will chart the creation, evolution and ongoing legacy of hip-hop not just as a genre but as a culture.
Seasons
1. Spread the Word
Air Date: 2025-07-22
LL Cool J explores Hip Hop's early means of distribution.
2. Beyond the Mic
Air Date: 2025-07-22
LL Cool J and his peers discuss how Hip-Hop influences culture beyond music.
3. Hip Hop & the Streets
Air Date: 2025-07-22
LL Cool J examines how the streets of NYC have influenced Hip Hop.
4. Queens of the Mic
Air Date: 2025-07-22
LL Cool J reflects on women's rise to the top of the genre.
5. Behind the Curtain
Air Date: 2025-07-22
LL Cool J celebrates the importance of Hip Hop Producers.
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Rating
3.6/10
Release Date
2025-07-22
Episodes
5 (1 seasons)
Status
Ended
Cast
Videos
Production Companies
Rock the Bells
Omaha Productions
MTV Entertainment Studios