Wave Your Global Hands in the Air...

And wave 'em like ya just don't care, and if you wanna read about the impact of Hip-Hop somebody scream "Hell Yeah." Whether you love rap and hip-hop culture or you hate it, you can't ignore the impact of the art form. And not that it ever needed to be recognized or legitimized, as a matter of fact, it dares you to disrespect it...but even National Geographic has stepped up to give major props to a culture that has taken a grip on the globe. If you are interested in a little Hip-Hop 101, read this article by James McBride, an impressive recap of hip-hop's evolution.

Here are some videos that highlight the early days:
Afrika Bambaataa, Planet Rock


Sugar Hill Gang, Rapper's Delight


Biggie Smalls freestylin' at age 17