20th Century Hip Hop

Welcome to 20th Century Hip Hop, dedicated to preserving the music, history, and culture of hip hop throughout the 20th century.

Discover classic rap music videos, rare performances, documentaries, interviews, TV appearances, and news reports from the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. We also feature early recordings and performances that helped shape hip hop before its commercial breakthrough.

Beyond the music, explore every element of the culture, including MCing, DJing, turntablism, breakdancing, graffiti, and the pioneers who built the movement.

Whether you're a lifelong fan or discovering old school hip hop for the first time, 20th Century Hip Hop is your archive of the artists, videos, and stories that defined an era. Subscribe and help keep the legacy alive.

Subscribe and help keep the legacy of 20th-century hip hop alive.