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Hip Hop Was Born Here
"A journey to explore the history of hip hop in New York City with LL Cool J."
3.6(5 votes)
1 Season
5 Episodes
July 22, 2025
Documentary
Overview
Hosted by legendary rapper LL COOL J, the series will chart the creation, evolution and ongoing legacy of hip-hop not just as a genre but as a culture.
Status
Ended
Created By
LL Cool J, Peyton Manning
Network
Paramount+
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Seasons & Episodes
Season 1
July 22, 2025
Episodes
Episodes
Episode 1
Spread the Word
July 22, 202528m2.8
LL Cool J explores Hip Hop's early means of distribution.
Episode 2
Beyond the Mic
July 22, 202528m1.0
LL Cool J and his peers discuss how Hip-Hop influences culture beyond music.
Episode 3
Hip Hop & the Streets
July 22, 202528m1.0
LL Cool J examines how the streets of NYC have influenced Hip Hop.
Episode 4
Queens of the Mic
July 22, 202528m1.0
LL Cool J reflects on women's rise to the top of the genre.
Episode 5
Behind the Curtain
July 22, 202527m1.0
LL Cool J celebrates the importance of Hip Hop Producers.
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Top Cast
LL Cool J
Self - Host
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