ALL: Hip-Hop 1985

Black History Through Rap

February 27, 2025

Before she became a “gangsta rap” antagonist, C. Delores Tucker helped assemble a 1985 rap compilation with Philadelphia youth.

The 75 Best Rap Singles of 1985

February 8, 2025

Thanks to stars like Run-D.M.C. and Roxanne Shanté, rap grew fitfully into a pop culture fixture. But respect for the art remained elusive.