Yo! MTV Raps
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Seasons | 1
Episodes | 50
avg.Runtime | min
First EP | 1988-09-21
Last EP | 1997-06-25
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Rating : 7.5
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Popular rap music videos showcased along with live performances and interviews with notable rap artists.
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Season List
season 1 || Season 1
Relesed on | 1988-09-21
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Run-D.M.C.
1988-09-21
Run-D.M.C. hosts the first episode of Yo! MTV Raps and interviews several rap artists. Air Date: Sep 21, 1988
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N.W.A.
1989-04-07
Fab 5 Freddy hangs out with N.W.A. around Compton and Venice Beach. Air Date: Apr 7, 1989
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Sir Mix-A-Lot
1992-03-05
Ed Lover and Doctor Dré interview Sir Mix-a-Lot who performs "One Time's Got No Case" live.
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Queen Latifah
1989-09-22
Fab 5 Freddy interviews Queen Latifah in The 45 King's studio.
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Live From Spring Break 1990
1990-03-16
Ed Lover and Doctor Dré host live from Spring Break 1990 in Daytona Beach.
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De La Soul
1994-01-13
Fab 5 Freddy interviews De La Soul about their music and the longevity of rap.
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Kris Kross
1993-09-02
Ed Lover interviews Kris Kross on the set of their new music video.
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James Brown
1991-08-25
James Brown visits the new set of Yo! MTV Raps and discusses his music and legacy
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Public Enemy
1991-09-26
The members of Public Enemy fool around on set and perform "Can't Truss It" live.
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2Pac
1993-02-11
Fab 5 Freddy interviews 2Pac on the streets of LA before visiting Echo Sound.
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Heavy D
1992-03-04
Heavy D hangs out on set with Ed Lover and Doctor Dré, and performs "You Can't See What I Can See" live.
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The Notorious B.I.G. Tribute
1997-03-12
Clips featuring The Notorious B.I.G. hosting the show with Lil Ceaser in 1996 and Craig Mack in 1995.
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KRS-One
1992-09-13
KRS-One discusses their music and politics, and performs "We In There" live.
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Smokin Joe Wilcox
1992-03-03
T Money dresses up as Smokin Joe Wilcox and pretends to box with members of the live audience. Black Sheep promo discussing how music can cross genres.
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Lady Of Rage
1994-07-29
Fab 5 Freddy interviews Lady of Rage on a roof in NYC.
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Eric B. & Rakim
1992-01-16
Ed Lover interviews Eric B. about changes with Eric B. & Rakim, and they perform "Juice" live.
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The Last Show
1995-08-18
The hosts interview various rap artists and groups about what the show has meant for them, and flashback to memorable moments throughout the show. Several artists perform live.
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Salt-N-Pepa
1992-02-06
Salt-N-Pepa discuss their music and children, and perform "You Showed Me" live.
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Yo! Ladies Night
1997-06-25
Angie Martinez hosts from behind-the-scenes of the "Ladies Night" music video shoot, and talks with the artists featured in the video and the director.
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House Of Pain
1992-06-25
T Money interviews House of Pain, and they perform "Jump Around" live.
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Ed Lover Dance
1992-02-04
Ed Lover teaches a class on how to properly do the Ed Lover dance.
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Yo! 3rd Anniversary
1991-10-04
Fab 5 Freddy showcases past memorable moments on his 3rd anniversary episode of Yo! MTV Raps.
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Cypress Hill
1991-11-01
Cypress Hill discusses their sound, name, and upcoming album with Fab 5 Freddy in Times Square.
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Nas
1994-06-02
Nas discusses his origins and creative process with Fab 5 Freddy in a music studio.
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Mary J. Blige
1992-09-10
T Money and Doctor Dré interview Mary J. Blige about her music and new album, and she performs "What's The 411?" live with Grand Puba.
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Bad Boy Entertainment
1995-01-27
Fab 5 Freddy interviews Sean "Puffy" Combs about his history and Bad Boy Entertainment, and interviews The Notorious B.I.G. and Craig Mack.
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Run-D.M.C./Beastie Boys
1991-11-14
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Wu-Tang Clan
1994-01-20
Fab 5 Freddy interviews Wu-Tang Clan about their origins, style, and music on the set of their new music video.
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Supercat
1992-09-04
Fab 5 Freddy interviews Supercat about the dancehall genre and moving to America from Jamaica.
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Das EFX
1993-12-02
Fab 5 Freddy interviews Das EFX underground about their music, being authentic, and performing in Europe.
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Shaq
1992-08-04
Ed Lover and Doctor Dré hang out with Shaquille O'Neal on set.
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A Tribe Called Quest Behind The Scenes
1992-03-27
Fab 5 Freddy visits the video shoot for "Scenario" and talks with A Tribe Called Quest, Leaders of the New School, De La Soul, and Spike Lee.
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Mike Tyson
1991-03-08
Fab 5 Freddy is in Las Vegas to interview Mike Tyson about rap music, growing up in Brooklyn, and his boxing career.
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Mel Gibson
1995-05-25
Mel Gibson visits the set, and Blak Panta discusses his career and demonstrates his signature dance.
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Beastie Boys
1989-11-14
Fab 5 Freddy is in NYC's Chinatown with Beastie Boys discussing their roots, the neighborhood, and the address where they started their career.
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Eddie Murphy
1992-06-25
Eddie Murphy discusses his new movie 'Boomerang' and his 'Love's Alright' album.
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Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg
1993-04-29
Fab 5 Freddy is in LA visiting Dr. Dre's pool party. He interviews Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg about their music, Death Row Records, and their upcoming projects.
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Ice Cube
1990-09-07
Fab 5 Freddy visits Hollywood Blvd. and interviews Ice Cube about his music, leaving N.W.A., and upcoming projects.
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N.W.A.
1990-10-19
Fab 5 Freddy interviews the members of N.W.A. behind-the-scenes of their new music video for "100 Miles and Runnin'".
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Naughty By Nature
1991-10-03
Ed Lover and Doctor Dré hang out on set with Naughty By Nature who perform their song "O.P.P." live.
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Tupac And John Singleton
1993-06-15
Ed Lover and Doctor Dré talk with Tupac and John Singleton while counting down the week's top 10 rap videos.
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MC Hammer
1989-03-10
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Slick Rick
1989-01-27
Fab 5 Freddy hangs out in the Diamond District of Manhattan with Slick Rick.
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3 Times Dope
1989-09-05
Fab 5 Freddy visits iconic spots in Philly with 3 Times Dope, and several other local rappers meet up with them.
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LL Cool J
1988-10-14
LL Cool J and his mom host Fab 5 Freddy at their home. They discuss Blondie's "Rapture" video and "Going Back to Cali".
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2 Live Crew
1989-12-24
Ed Lover and Doctor Dré chill poolside in Miami with 2 Live Crew. Fab 5 Freddy stops by with L'Trimm.
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Big Daddy Kane
1990-01-26
Fab 5 Freddy and Big Daddy Kane visit their old neighborhood in Bed-Stuy. Kane discusses his Brooklyn childhood, inspirations, and future music.
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Will Smith & DJ Jazzy Jeff
1988-10-28
Fab 5 Freddy hangs out with Will Smith and DJ Jazzy Jeff in Central Park. They talk about their Philly roots, musical origins, and their world tour.
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Geto Boys
1991-11-15
Fab 5 Freddy visits Houston to interview the Geto Boys about living in the Fifth Ward, their music, and Rap-A-Lot records.
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Kid Frost
1990-09-28
Fab 5 Freddy hangs out with Kid Frost and Mellow Man Ace in East LA. They discuss low-riding cars, Chicano culture, and Hispanic rap.
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