Hip Hop: The Songs That Shook America
Hip Hop: The Songs That Shook America
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Season 1
6 Episodes

Episode 1
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Jesus Walks: 2004
Jesus Walks: 2004
Episode 2
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Alright: 2015
Alright: 2015
Episode 3
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Rock Box: 1984
Rock Box: 1984
Episode 4
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Elevators: 1996
Elevators: 1996
Episode 5
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The Bridge: 1986
The Bridge: 1986
Episode 6
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Ladies First: 1989
Ladies First: 1989

Hip Hop: The Songs That Shook America

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.
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Last Updated: November 15, 2025

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