Yo! MTV Raps

Yo! MTV Raps

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Popular rap music videos showcased along with live performances and interviews with notable rap artists.

Language

EN

Status

Returning Series

First Aired

September 21, 1988

Last Aired

June 25, 1997

Networks

MTV

Created By

Ted Demme, Peter Dougherty

Where to Watch
Region US · Lang EN
US
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Seasons & Episodes
Select a season to view episodes. Reddit links may contain spoilers.
Season
E1
Run-D.M.C.
Air date: 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
E2
N.W.A.
Air date: 1989-04-07
Fab 5 Freddy hangs out with N.W.A. around Compton and Venice Beach. Air Date: Apr 7, 1989
E3
Sir Mix-A-Lot
Air date: 1992-03-05
Ed Lover and Doctor Dré interview Sir Mix-a-Lot who performs "One Time's Got No Case" live.
E4
Queen Latifah
Air date: 1989-09-22
Fab 5 Freddy interviews Queen Latifah in The 45 King's studio.
E5
Live From Spring Break 1990
Air date: 1990-03-16
Ed Lover and Doctor Dré host live from Spring Break 1990 in Daytona Beach.
E6
De La Soul
Air date: 1994-01-13
Fab 5 Freddy interviews De La Soul about their music and the longevity of rap.
E7
Kris Kross
Air date: 1993-09-02
Ed Lover interviews Kris Kross on the set of their new music video.
E8
James Brown
Air date: 1991-08-25
James Brown visits the new set of Yo! MTV Raps and discusses his music and legacy
E9
Public Enemy
Air date: 1991-09-26
The members of Public Enemy fool around on set and perform "Can't Truss It" live.
E10
2Pac
Air date: 1993-02-11
Fab 5 Freddy interviews 2Pac on the streets of LA before visiting Echo Sound.
E11
Heavy D
Air date: 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.
E12
The Notorious B.I.G. Tribute
Air date: 1997-03-12
Clips featuring The Notorious B.I.G. hosting the show with Lil Ceaser in 1996 and Craig Mack in 1995.
E13
KRS-One
Air date: 1992-09-13
KRS-One discusses their music and politics, and performs "We In There" live.
E14
Smokin Joe Wilcox
Air date: 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.
E15
Lady Of Rage
Air date: 1994-07-29
Fab 5 Freddy interviews Lady of Rage on a roof in NYC.
E16
Eric B. & Rakim
Air date: 1992-01-16
Ed Lover interviews Eric B. about changes with Eric B. & Rakim, and they perform "Juice" live.
E17
The Last Show
Air date: 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.
E18
Salt-N-Pepa
Air date: 1992-02-06
Salt-N-Pepa discuss their music and children, and perform "You Showed Me" live.
E19
Yo! Ladies Night
Air date: 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.
E20
House Of Pain
Air date: 1992-06-25
T Money interviews House of Pain, and they perform "Jump Around" live.
E21
Ed Lover Dance
Air date: 1992-02-04
Ed Lover teaches a class on how to properly do the Ed Lover dance.
E22
Yo! 3rd Anniversary
Air date: 1991-10-04
Fab 5 Freddy showcases past memorable moments on his 3rd anniversary episode of Yo! MTV Raps.
E23
Cypress Hill
Air date: 1991-11-01
Cypress Hill discusses their sound, name, and upcoming album with Fab 5 Freddy in Times Square.
E24
Nas
Air date: 1994-06-02
Nas discusses his origins and creative process with Fab 5 Freddy in a music studio.
E25
Mary J. Blige
Air date: 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.
E26
Bad Boy Entertainment
Air date: 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.
E27
Run-D.M.C./Beastie Boys
Air date: 1991-11-14
E28
Wu-Tang Clan
Air date: 1994-01-20
Fab 5 Freddy interviews Wu-Tang Clan about their origins, style, and music on the set of their new music video.
E29
Supercat
Air date: 1992-09-04
Fab 5 Freddy interviews Supercat about the dancehall genre and moving to America from Jamaica.
E30
Das EFX
Air date: 1993-12-02
Fab 5 Freddy interviews Das EFX underground about their music, being authentic, and performing in Europe.
E31
Shaq
Air date: 1992-08-04
Ed Lover and Doctor Dré hang out with Shaquille O'Neal on set.
E32
A Tribe Called Quest Behind The Scenes
Air date: 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.
E33
Mike Tyson
Air date: 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.
E34
Mel Gibson
Air date: 1995-05-25
Mel Gibson visits the set, and Blak Panta discusses his career and demonstrates his signature dance.
E35
Beastie Boys
Air date: 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.
E36
Eddie Murphy
Air date: 1992-06-25
Eddie Murphy discusses his new movie 'Boomerang' and his 'Love's Alright' album.
E37
Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg
Air date: 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.
E38
Ice Cube
Air date: 1990-09-07
Fab 5 Freddy visits Hollywood Blvd. and interviews Ice Cube about his music, leaving N.W.A., and upcoming projects.
E39
N.W.A.
Air date: 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'".
E40
Naughty By Nature
Air date: 1991-10-03
Ed Lover and Doctor Dré hang out on set with Naughty By Nature who perform their song "O.P.P." live.
E41
Tupac And John Singleton
Air date: 1993-06-15
Ed Lover and Doctor Dré talk with Tupac and John Singleton while counting down the week's top 10 rap videos.
E42
MC Hammer
Air date: 1989-03-10
E43
Slick Rick
Air date: 1989-01-27
Fab 5 Freddy hangs out in the Diamond District of Manhattan with Slick Rick.
E44
3 Times Dope
Air date: 1989-09-05
Fab 5 Freddy visits iconic spots in Philly with 3 Times Dope, and several other local rappers meet up with them.
E45
LL Cool J
Air date: 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".
E46
2 Live Crew
Air date: 1989-12-24
Ed Lover and Doctor Dré chill poolside in Miami with 2 Live Crew. Fab 5 Freddy stops by with L'Trimm.
E47
Big Daddy Kane
Air date: 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.
E48
Will Smith & DJ Jazzy Jeff
Air date: 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.
E49
Geto Boys
Air date: 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.
E50
Kid Frost
Air date: 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.

Cast

Fab 5 Freddy

Fab 5 Freddy

Self

Doctor Dré

Doctor Dré

Self

Ed Lover

Ed Lover

Self

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