Yo! MTV Raps
Popular rap music videos showcased along with live performances and interviews with notable rap artists.
Cast: Fab 5 Freddy, Doctor Dré, Ed Lover
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Season 1
50 episodes
- 1. Run-D.M.C.Run-D.M.C. hosts the first episode of Yo! MTV Raps and interviews several rap artists. Air Date: Sep 21, 1988TV-14CC44minSep 21, 1988
- 2. N.W.A.Fab 5 Freddy hangs out with N.W.A. around Compton and Venice Beach. Air Date: Apr 7, 1989TV-14CC43minApr 7, 1989
- 3. Sir Mix-A-LotEd Lover and Doctor Dré interview Sir Mix-a-Lot who performs "One Time's Got No Case" live.TV-14CC26minMar 5, 1992
- 4. Queen LatifahFab 5 Freddy interviews Queen Latifah in The 45 King's studio.TV-14CC52minSep 22, 1989
- 5. Live From Spring Break 1990Ed Lover and Doctor Dré host live from Spring Break 1990 in Daytona Beach.TV-14CC52minMar 16, 1990
- 6. De La SoulFab 5 Freddy interviews De La Soul about their music and the longevity of rap.TV-14CC44minJan 13, 1994
- 7. Kris KrossEd Lover interviews Kris Kross on the set of their new music video.TV-14CC38minSep 2, 1993
- 8. James BrownJames Brown visits the new set of Yo! MTV Raps and discusses his music and legacyTV-14CC25minAug 25, 1991
- 9. Public EnemyThe members of Public Enemy fool around on set and perform "Can't Truss It" live.TV-14CC28minSep 26, 1991
- 10. 2PacFab 5 Freddy interviews 2Pac on the streets of LA before visiting Echo Sound.TV-14CC37minFeb 11, 1993
- 11. Heavy DHeavy D hangs out on set with Ed Lover and Doctor Dré, and performs "You Can't See What I Can See" live.TV-14CC23minMar 4, 1992
- 12. The Notorious B.I.G. TributeClips featuring The Notorious B.I.G. hosting the show with Lil Ceaser in 1996 and Craig Mack in 1995.TV-14CC27minMar 12, 1997
- 13. KRS-OneKRS-One discusses their music and politics, and performs "We In There" live.TV-14CC27minSep 13, 1992
- 14. Smokin Joe WilcoxT 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.TV-14CC23minMar 3, 1992
- 15. Lady Of RageFab 5 Freddy interviews Lady of Rage on a roof in NYC.TV-14CC52minJul 29, 1994
- 16. Eric B. & RakimEd Lover interviews Eric B. about changes with Eric B. & Rakim, and they perform "Juice" live.TV-14CC28minJan 16, 1992
- 17. The Last ShowThe 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.TV-14CC39minAug 18, 1995
- 18. Salt-N-PepaSalt-N-Pepa discuss their music and children, and perform "You Showed Me" live.TV-14CC24minFeb 6, 1992
- 19. Yo! Ladies NightAngie 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.TV-14CC27minJun 25, 1997
- 20. House Of PainT Money interviews House of Pain, and they perform "Jump Around" live.TV-14CC22minJun 25, 1992
- 21. Ed Lover DanceEd Lover teaches a class on how to properly do the Ed Lover dance.TV-14CC21minFeb 4, 1992
- 22. Yo! 3rd AnniversaryFab 5 Freddy showcases past memorable moments on his 3rd anniversary episode of Yo! MTV Raps.TV-14CC49minOct 4, 1991
- 23. Cypress HillCypress Hill discusses their sound, name, and upcoming album with Fab 5 Freddy in Times Square.TV-14CC36minNov 1, 1991
- 24. NasNas discusses his origins and creative process with Fab 5 Freddy in a music studio.TV-14CC39minJun 2, 1994
- 25. Mary J. BligeT 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.TV-14CC25minSep 10, 1992
- 26. Bad Boy EntertainmentFab 5 Freddy interviews Sean "Puffy" Combs about his history and Bad Boy Entertainment, and interviews The Notorious B.I.G. and Craig Mack.TV-14CC39minJan 27, 1995
- 27. Run-D.M.C./Beastie BoysNo synopsis available yet.TV-14CC22minNov 14, 1991
- 28. Wu-Tang ClanFab 5 Freddy interviews Wu-Tang Clan about their origins, style, and music on the set of their new music video.TV-14CC35minJan 20, 1994
- 29. SupercatFab 5 Freddy interviews Supercat about the dancehall genre and moving to America from Jamaica.TV-14CC33minSep 4, 1992
- 30. Das EFXFab 5 Freddy interviews Das EFX underground about their music, being authentic, and performing in Europe.TV-14CC35minDec 2, 1993
- 31. ShaqEd Lover and Doctor Dré hang out with Shaquille O'Neal on set.TV-14CC35minAug 4, 1992
- 32. A Tribe Called Quest Behind The ScenesFab 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.TV-14CC45minMar 27, 1992
- 33. Mike TysonFab 5 Freddy is in Las Vegas to interview Mike Tyson about rap music, growing up in Brooklyn, and his boxing career.TV-14CC43minMar 8, 1991
- 34. Mel GibsonMel Gibson visits the set, and Blak Panta discusses his career and demonstrates his signature dance.TV-14CC22minMay 25, 1995
- 35. Beastie BoysFab 5 Freddy is in NYC's Chinatown with Beastie Boys discussing their roots, the neighborhood, and the address where they started their career.TV-14CC29minNov 14, 1989
- 36. Eddie MurphyEddie Murphy discusses his new movie 'Boomerang' and his 'Love's Alright' album.TV-14CC24minJun 25, 1992
- 37. Dr. Dre & Snoop DoggFab 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.TV-14CC41minApr 29, 1993
- 38. Ice CubeFab 5 Freddy visits Hollywood Blvd. and interviews Ice Cube about his music, leaving N.W.A., and upcoming projects.TV-14CC32minSep 7, 1990
- 39. N.W.A.Fab 5 Freddy interviews the members of N.W.A. behind-the-scenes of their new music video for "100 Miles and Runnin'".TV-14CC32minOct 19, 1990
- 40. Naughty By NatureEd Lover and Doctor Dré hang out on set with Naughty By Nature who perform their song "O.P.P." live.TV-14CC26minOct 3, 1991
- 41. Tupac And John SingletonEd Lover and Doctor Dré talk with Tupac and John Singleton while counting down the week's top 10 rap videos.TV-14CC57minJun 15, 1993
- 42. MC HammerNo synopsis available yet.TV-14CC29minMar 10, 1989
- 43. Slick RickFab 5 Freddy hangs out in the Diamond District of Manhattan with Slick Rick.TV-14CC30minJan 27, 1989
- 44. 3 Times DopeFab 5 Freddy visits iconic spots in Philly with 3 Times Dope, and several other local rappers meet up with them.TV-14CC35minSep 5, 1989
- 45. LL Cool JLL Cool J and his mom host Fab 5 Freddy at their home. They discuss Blondie's "Rapture" video and "Going Back to Cali".TV-14CC16minOct 14, 1988
- 46. 2 Live CrewEd Lover and Doctor Dré chill poolside in Miami with 2 Live Crew. Fab 5 Freddy stops by with L'Trimm.TV-14CC17minDec 24, 1989
- 47. Big Daddy KaneFab 5 Freddy and Big Daddy Kane visit their old neighborhood in Bed-Stuy. Kane discusses his Brooklyn childhood, inspirations, and future music.TV-14CC30minJan 26, 1990
- 48. Will Smith & DJ Jazzy JeffFab 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.TV-14CC21minOct 28, 1988
- 49. Geto BoysFab 5 Freddy visits Houston to interview the Geto Boys about living in the Fifth Ward, their music, and Rap-A-Lot records.TV-14CC43minNov 15, 1991
- 50. Kid FrostFab 5 Freddy hangs out with Kid Frost and Mellow Man Ace in East LA. They discuss low-riding cars, Chicano culture, and Hispanic rap.TV-14CC33minSep 28, 1990
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Popular rap music videos showcased along with live performances and interviews with notable rap artists.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Ted Demme, Peter Dougherty
- Cast
- Fab 5 Freddy, Doctor Dré, Ed Lover
