Can't Believe Rappers Wore That: 1997 EditionCan't Believe Rappers Wore That: 1997 Edition1997 was the year that hip-hop fully transitioned into the jiggy era. Check out 20 wild fashion looks from that year and how the 'fits stack up 20 years later.PreezyPreezy
20 Rappers Who Pay Homage to Kool Herc in Their Lyrics20 Rappers Who Pay Homage to Kool Herc in Their LyricsAs a salute to Kool Herc, check out the rappers showing respect to the godfather in their songs throughout the years. Riley WallaceRiley Wallace
Hip-Hop Reacts to Comedian Charlie Murphy’s DeathHip-Hop Reacts to Comedian Charlie Murphy’s DeathR.I.P. to a real one.Lindsey IndiaLindsey India
Hip-Hop Remembers The Notorious B.I.G. on the 20th Anniversary of His DeathHip-Hop Remembers The Notorious B.I.G. on the 20th Anniversary of His DeathRappers remember The Notorious B.I.G. on the 20th anniversary of his death. Sidney MaddenSidney Madden
12 of the Best Boxing Moments in Hip-Hop History12 of the Best Boxing Moments in Hip-Hop HistoryWe've highlighted unforgettable instances where the worlds of hip-hop and boxing collided.PreezyPreezy
20 Great Rap Lyrics for Die-Hard Boxing Fans20 Great Rap Lyrics for Die-Hard Boxing FansXXL highlights 20 unforgettable rap lyrics celebrating boxing's biggest icons and the sport as a whole. PreezyPreezy
LL Cool J Wants Big Meech and Southwest T to Receive a PardonLL Cool J Wants Big Meech and Southwest T to Receive a PardonFree Big Meech!C. Vernon Coleman IIC. Vernon Coleman II
40 Hip-Hop Albums Turning 20 in 201740 Hip-Hop Albums Turning 20 in 2017Classics from Biggie, Juvenile, Missy Elliott and more. Sidney MaddenSidney Madden
20 Notable Subliminal Disses in Rap History20 Notable Subliminal Disses in Rap HistoryWith all the subliminal disses flying around in rap, XXL highlights 20 of the more notable instances of a rapper getting all Di Vinci Code on us.PreezyPreezy
9 of Martha Stewart's Most Memorable Hip-Hop Moments9 of Martha Stewart's Most Memorable Hip-Hop MomentsMartha Stewart has always been down with the culture. Miranda J.Miranda J.
Chuck D Says LL Cool J Should Be in Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Before 2PacChuck D Says LL Cool J Should Be in Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Before 2Pac"Got forever love for PAC BUT there AIN’T a solo rap act that should get in the RRHOF before LL Cool J. I don’t care about what naysayers think."Eli SchwadronEli Schwadron
10 Critically-Acclaimed Books Rappers Live By10 Critically-Acclaimed Books Rappers Live ByXXL highlights 10 critically-acclaimed books that have impacted the way your favorite rappers live, think and view the world.PreezyPreezy