Overview

From executive producers Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson, Tariq "Black Thought" Trotter, Shawn Gee and Alex Gibney, each episode of this series focuses on a groundbreaking song pivotal to the evolution of American music and culture. From the early hip-hop battles to verses that sparked hope and inspired change, watch artists deconstruct their composition, revisit the impact the song had on them personally, and dissect the socio-economic and cultural conditions that inspired the landmark work and gave voice to a generation.

Cast

Queen Latifah, Kendrick Lamar, Ye, Questlove, MC Lyte, Roxanne Shanté, Tariq Trotter, Darryl 'DMC' McDaniels

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Frequently asked

What is "Hip Hop: The Songs That Shook America" about?

From executive producers Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson, Tariq "Black Thought" Trotter, Shawn Gee and Alex Gibney, each episode of this series focuses on a groundbreaking song pivotal to the evolution of American music and culture. From the early hip-hop battles to verses that sparked hope and inspired change, watch artists deconstruct their composition, revisit the impact the song had on them personally, and dissect the socio-economic and cultural conditions that inspired the landmark work and gave voice to a generation.

When was "Hip Hop: The Songs That Shook America" released?

Hip Hop: The Songs That Shook America was released in 2019.

Who stars in "Hip Hop: The Songs That Shook America"?

The cast includes Queen Latifah, Kendrick Lamar, Ye, Questlove.

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