Hip-hop's 50th birthday is here. On August 11, 1973, it all started with DJ Kool Herc's Party in the Bronx.
They said it wouldn’t last, that hip-hop was just a music fad from the streets that would fade away. But now 50 years later, hip-hop has become one of the world’s most popular music genres and a culture that embraces diversity and limitless creativity.
Mel was the lead voice on the hit, which is still relevant today, racking up more than 8 million views on YouTube. "I think the most important accomplishment for hip-hop as we celebrate 50 years is that we have the opportunity to bridge the gap. We have the pioneers and we have the young people. I want to see young people walking around saying they are hip-hop, and embracing what we started, in 1973, 1978, whatever the year is you claim; we’re here and it’s 50 years of hip-hop."
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