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Status: Ended
Network: AMC
Type: Miniseries
Rating: 8.0/10
Hip Hop: The Songs That Shook America
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.
This production, originally released in 2019, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Miniseries series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Documentary genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 8.0 across its 1 season.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Documentary.
- • Produced in United States of America.
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Queen Latifah
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Kendrick Lamar
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Ye
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Questlove
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MC Lyte
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Roxanne Shanté
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Tariq Trotter
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Darryl 'DMC' McDaniels
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Seasons
Season 1
6 Episodes • Aired 2019-10-13
No season overview provided for this season.