Hip Hop: The Songs That Shook America
2019
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Hip Hop: The Songs That Shook America
Hip Hop: The Songs That Shook America
2019
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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.
Jesus Walks: 2004
Season 1
Episode 1
Alright: 2015
Season 1
Episode 2
Rock Box: 1984
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Episode 3
Elevators: 1996
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Episode 4
The Bridge: 1986
Season 1
Episode 5
Ladies First: 1989
Season 1
Episode 6
