Hip Hop Artists Mobilize for Obama
Season 1
Episode 4
About the Episode
The series finale examines the role Hip Hop artists played electing Barack Obama to President of the United States. Also examines Young Jeezy's song, My President is Black as an homage to this historical moment. Featuring artists P Diddy and Jay-Z in archival interviews as well as new sit-downs with Chuck D, Killer Mike, Ice-T, Fat Joe, MC Lyte and academic Dr. Kaye Whitehead.
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Extras
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How Public Enemy's 'Fight The Power' Became an Anthem
Spike Lee finds the anthem for his new film with Public Enemy in 'Fight the Power.'2:55 -
Where the Spirit of Hip Hop Originated
The deaths of JFK, Malcolm X, Martin Luther King Jr. and the Vietnam War shape the nation.2:52 -
Series Preview
Chuck D from Public Enemy explores Hip Hop's political awakening over the last 50 years.0:30 -
The Police and Gangs Of Southern California
Police violence influences the Hip Hop sounds coming out of Southern California.2:18 -
The Birth Of Hip Hop
Examines the four cultures brought together by DJ Kool Herc to create Hip Hop.1:34
