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Slick Rick Interview – Hip-Hop, Storytelling, What’s Next

[ad_1] Interview Vanessa SattenImages Ahmed Klink Set Design Michael SturgeonDa Art of Storytellin’Interview: Vanessa SattenImages: Ahmed Klink Set Design: Michael SturgeonA true hip-hop legend, Slick Rick is one of the most name-dropped, shouted-out, sampled and interpolated rappers in hip-hop history. Artists such as Tupac Shakur, Snoop Dogg, Lil Wayne, Eminem, 50 Cent, Lauryn Hill, J. Cole, Nicki Minaj, Kanye West, Jay-Z, Jeezy, Nas, Gucci Mane, Big Sean and many more have honored the British American MC in or with their music. Besides Rick's lyrical prowess and innovative use of storytelling, the rapper is known for his unique style of dressing and elaborate jewelry collection. All this combined makes Slick Rick an icon...

Slick Rick Discusses Storytelling, Style for XXL’s Legends Cover

[ad_1] Every rapper has a story to tell, but none can do it quite like Slick Rick, whose rhymes and style have influenced the culture for nearly 40 years. Rick is arguably hip-hop's most superb storyteller, and has a catalog of renowned, imaginative tracks like "Mona Lisa" and "Children's Story" demonstrating his skill. As hip-hop celebrates its 50th anniversary in August, Slick Rick is honored with XXL's Legends cover. This is part of a digital series celebrating some of the most impactful artists in hip-hop’s history, which has also honored Fat Joe and Lil' Kim.The London-born, Bronx-raised MC has come along way since he made his first song, "The Show" with Doug E. Fresh in 1985....

50 Hip-Hop Songs That Pay Tribute to Slick Rick

[ad_1] Slick Rick is rightly being celebrated in all corners of the rap world. The British-born, Brooklyn-raised lyricist is widely considered one of the greatest storytellers in hip-hop.Rick's love of hip-hop started when he and his family immigrated from London and arrived in the Bronx, N.Y., in 1979. As a kid, he immersed himself in the culture and developed his now influential cool persona. In 1984, he partnered with beatboxer Doug E. Fresh and in 1985 they established themselves as Doug E. Fresh and MC Ricky D with the classic club anthem "The Show."But it was the B-side single, "La Di Da Di," that garnered MC Ricky D his worldwide fame. The rhymer's...