Yo! MTV Raps (1988)
Popular rap music videos showcased along with live performances and interviews with notable rap artists.
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Episode 1 - Run-D.M.C.
Release Date: 1988-09-21Run-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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Episode 2 - N.W.A.
Release Date: 1989-04-07Fab 5 Freddy hangs out with N.W.A. around Compton and Venice Beach. Air Date: Apr 7, 1989
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Episode 3 - Sir Mix-A-Lot
Release Date: 1992-03-05Ed Lover and Doctor Dré interview Sir Mix-a-Lot who performs "One Time's Got No Case" live.
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Episode 4 - Queen Latifah
Release Date: 1989-09-22Fab 5 Freddy interviews Queen Latifah in The 45 King's studio.
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Episode 5 - Live From Spring Break 1990
Release Date: 1990-03-16Ed Lover and Doctor Dré host live from Spring Break 1990 in Daytona Beach.
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Episode 6 - De La Soul
Release Date: 1994-01-13Fab 5 Freddy interviews De La Soul about their music and the longevity of rap.
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Episode 7 - Kris Kross
Release Date: 1993-09-02Ed Lover interviews Kris Kross on the set of their new music video.
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Episode 8 - James Brown
Release Date: 1991-08-25James Brown visits the new set of Yo! MTV Raps and discusses his music and legacy
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Episode 9 - Public Enemy
Release Date: 1991-09-26The members of Public Enemy fool around on set and perform "Can't Truss It" live.
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Episode 10 - 2Pac
Release Date: 1993-02-11Fab 5 Freddy interviews 2Pac on the streets of LA before visiting Echo Sound.
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Episode 11 - Heavy D
Release Date: 1992-03-04Heavy 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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Episode 12 - The Notorious B.I.G. Tribute
Release Date: 1997-03-12Clips featuring The Notorious B.I.G. hosting the show with Lil Ceaser in 1996 and Craig Mack in 1995.
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Episode 13 - KRS-One
Release Date: 1992-09-13KRS-One discusses their music and politics, and performs "We In There" live.
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Episode 14 - Smokin Joe Wilcox
Release Date: 1992-03-03T 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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Episode 15 - Lady Of Rage
Release Date: 1994-07-29Fab 5 Freddy interviews Lady of Rage on a roof in NYC.
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Episode 16 - Eric B. & Rakim
Release Date: 1992-01-16Ed Lover interviews Eric B. about changes with Eric B. & Rakim, and they perform "Juice" live.
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Episode 17 - The Last Show
Release Date: 1995-08-18The 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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Episode 18 - Salt-N-Pepa
Release Date: 1992-02-06Salt-N-Pepa discuss their music and children, and perform "You Showed Me" live.
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Episode 19 - Yo! Ladies Night
Release Date: 1997-06-25Angie 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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Episode 20 - House Of Pain
Release Date: 1992-06-25T Money interviews House of Pain, and they perform "Jump Around" live.
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Episode 21 - Ed Lover Dance
Release Date: 1992-02-04Ed Lover teaches a class on how to properly do the Ed Lover dance.
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Episode 22 - Yo! 3rd Anniversary
Release Date: 1991-10-04Fab 5 Freddy showcases past memorable moments on his 3rd anniversary episode of Yo! MTV Raps.
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Episode 23 - Cypress Hill
Release Date: 1991-11-01Cypress Hill discusses their sound, name, and upcoming album with Fab 5 Freddy in Times Square.
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Episode 24 - Nas
Release Date: 1994-06-02Nas discusses his origins and creative process with Fab 5 Freddy in a music studio.
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Episode 25 - Mary J. Blige
Release Date: 1992-09-10T 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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Episode 26 - Bad Boy Entertainment
Release Date: 1995-01-27Fab 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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Episode 27 - Run-D.M.C./Beastie Boys
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Episode 28 - Wu-Tang Clan
Release Date: 1994-01-20Fab 5 Freddy interviews Wu-Tang Clan about their origins, style, and music on the set of their new music video.
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Episode 29 - Supercat
Release Date: 1992-09-04Fab 5 Freddy interviews Supercat about the dancehall genre and moving to America from Jamaica.
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Episode 30 - Das EFX
Release Date: 1993-12-02Fab 5 Freddy interviews Das EFX underground about their music, being authentic, and performing in Europe.
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Episode 31 - Shaq
Release Date: 1992-08-04Ed Lover and Doctor Dré hang out with Shaquille O'Neal on set.
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Episode 32 - A Tribe Called Quest Behind The Scenes
Release Date: 1992-03-27Fab 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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Episode 33 - Mike Tyson
Release Date: 1991-03-08Fab 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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Episode 34 - Mel Gibson
Release Date: 1995-05-25Mel Gibson visits the set, and Blak Panta discusses his career and demonstrates his signature dance.
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Episode 35 - Beastie Boys
Release Date: 1989-11-14Fab 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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Episode 36 - Eddie Murphy
Release Date: 1992-06-25Eddie Murphy discusses his new movie 'Boomerang' and his 'Love's Alright' album.
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Episode 37 - Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg
Release Date: 1993-04-29Fab 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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Episode 38 - Ice Cube
Release Date: 1990-09-07Fab 5 Freddy visits Hollywood Blvd. and interviews Ice Cube about his music, leaving N.W.A., and upcoming projects.
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Episode 39 - N.W.A.
Release Date: 1990-10-19Fab 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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Episode 40 - Naughty By Nature
Release Date: 1991-10-03Ed Lover and Doctor Dré hang out on set with Naughty By Nature who perform their song "O.P.P." live.
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Episode 41 - Tupac And John Singleton
Release Date: 1993-06-15Ed Lover and Doctor Dré talk with Tupac and John Singleton while counting down the week's top 10 rap videos.
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Episode 42 - MC Hammer
Release Date: 1989-03-10 -
Episode 43 - Slick Rick
Release Date: 1989-01-27Fab 5 Freddy hangs out in the Diamond District of Manhattan with Slick Rick.
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Episode 44 - 3 Times Dope
Release Date: 1989-09-05Fab 5 Freddy visits iconic spots in Philly with 3 Times Dope, and several other local rappers meet up with them.
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Episode 45 - LL Cool J
Release Date: 1988-10-14LL 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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Episode 46 - 2 Live Crew
Release Date: 1989-12-24Ed Lover and Doctor Dré chill poolside in Miami with 2 Live Crew. Fab 5 Freddy stops by with L'Trimm.
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Episode 47 - Big Daddy Kane
Release Date: 1990-01-26Fab 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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Episode 48 - Will Smith & DJ Jazzy Jeff
Release Date: 1988-10-28Fab 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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Episode 49 - Geto Boys
Release Date: 1991-11-15Fab 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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Episode 50 - Kid Frost
Release Date: 1990-09-28Fab 5 Freddy hangs out with Kid Frost and Mellow Man Ace in East LA. They discuss low-riding cars, Chicano culture, and Hispanic rap.