Yo! MTV Raps

Episode 01

Run-D.M.C.

Sep 21, 1988 · 44 min

Run-D.M.C. hosts the first episode of Yo! MTV Raps and interviews several rap artists. Air Date: Sep 21, 1988

Episode 02

N.W.A.

Apr 7, 1989 · 43 min

Fab 5 Freddy hangs out with N.W.A. around Compton and Venice Beach. Air Date: Apr 7, 1989

Episode 03

Sir Mix-A-Lot

Mar 5, 1992 · 26 min

Ed Lover and Doctor Dré interview Sir Mix-a-Lot who performs "One Time's Got No Case" live.

Episode 04

Queen Latifah

Sep 22, 1989 · 52 min

Fab 5 Freddy interviews Queen Latifah in The 45 King's studio.

Episode 05

Live From Spring Break 1990

Mar 16, 1990 · 52 min

Ed Lover and Doctor Dré host live from Spring Break 1990 in Daytona Beach.

Episode 06

De La Soul

Jan 13, 1994 · 44 min

Fab 5 Freddy interviews De La Soul about their music and the longevity of rap.

Episode 07

Kris Kross

Sep 2, 1993 · 38 min

Ed Lover interviews Kris Kross on the set of their new music video.

Episode 08

James Brown

Aug 25, 1991 · 25 min

James Brown visits the new set of Yo! MTV Raps and discusses his music and legacy

Episode 09

Public Enemy

Sep 26, 1991 · 28 min

The members of Public Enemy fool around on set and perform "Can't Truss It" live.

Episode 10

2Pac

Feb 11, 1993 · 37 min

Fab 5 Freddy interviews 2Pac on the streets of LA before visiting Echo Sound.

Episode 11

Heavy D

Mar 4, 1992 · 23 min

Heavy D hangs out on set with Ed Lover and Doctor Dré, and performs "You Can't See What I Can See" live.

Episode 12

The Notorious B.I.G. Tribute

Mar 12, 1997 · 27 min

Clips featuring The Notorious B.I.G. hosting the show with Lil Ceaser in 1996 and Craig Mack in 1995.

Episode 13

KRS-One

Sep 13, 1992 · 27 min

KRS-One discusses their music and politics, and performs "We In There" live.

Episode 14

Smokin Joe Wilcox

Mar 3, 1992 · 23 min

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.

Episode 15

Lady Of Rage

Jul 29, 1994 · 52 min

Fab 5 Freddy interviews Lady of Rage on a roof in NYC.

Episode 16

Eric B. & Rakim

Jan 16, 1992 · 28 min

Ed Lover interviews Eric B. about changes with Eric B. & Rakim, and they perform "Juice" live.

Episode 17

The Last Show

Aug 18, 1995 · 39 min

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.

Episode 18

Salt-N-Pepa

Feb 6, 1992 · 24 min

Salt-N-Pepa discuss their music and children, and perform "You Showed Me" live.

Episode 19

Yo! Ladies Night

Jun 25, 1997 · 27 min

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.

Episode 20

House Of Pain

Jun 25, 1992 · 22 min

T Money interviews House of Pain, and they perform "Jump Around" live.

Episode 21

Ed Lover Dance

Feb 4, 1992 · 21 min

Ed Lover teaches a class on how to properly do the Ed Lover dance.

Episode 22

Yo! 3rd Anniversary

Oct 4, 1991 · 49 min

Fab 5 Freddy showcases past memorable moments on his 3rd anniversary episode of Yo! MTV Raps.

Episode 23

Cypress Hill

Nov 1, 1991 · 36 min

Cypress Hill discusses their sound, name, and upcoming album with Fab 5 Freddy in Times Square.

Episode 24

Nas

Jun 2, 1994 · 39 min

Nas discusses his origins and creative process with Fab 5 Freddy in a music studio.

Episode 25

Mary J. Blige

Sep 10, 1992 · 25 min

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.

Episode 26

Bad Boy Entertainment

Jan 27, 1995 · 39 min

Fab 5 Freddy interviews Sean "Puffy" Combs about his history and Bad Boy Entertainment, and interviews The Notorious B.I.G. and Craig Mack.

Episode 27

Run-D.M.C./Beastie Boys

Nov 14, 1991 · 22 min

No description available.

Episode 28

Wu-Tang Clan

Jan 20, 1994 · 35 min

Fab 5 Freddy interviews Wu-Tang Clan about their origins, style, and music on the set of their new music video.

Episode 29

Supercat

Sep 4, 1992 · 33 min

Fab 5 Freddy interviews Supercat about the dancehall genre and moving to America from Jamaica.

Episode 30

Das EFX

Dec 2, 1993 · 35 min

Fab 5 Freddy interviews Das EFX underground about their music, being authentic, and performing in Europe.

Episode 31

Shaq

Aug 4, 1992 · 35 min

Ed Lover and Doctor Dré hang out with Shaquille O'Neal on set.

Episode 32

A Tribe Called Quest Behind The Scenes

Mar 27, 1992 · 45 min

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.

Episode 33

Mike Tyson

Mar 8, 1991 · 43 min

Fab 5 Freddy is in Las Vegas to interview Mike Tyson about rap music, growing up in Brooklyn, and his boxing career.

Episode 34

Mel Gibson

May 25, 1995 · 22 min

Mel Gibson visits the set, and Blak Panta discusses his career and demonstrates his signature dance.

Episode 35

Beastie Boys

Nov 14, 1989 · 29 min

Fab 5 Freddy is in NYC's Chinatown with Beastie Boys discussing their roots, the neighborhood, and the address where they started their career.

Episode 36

Eddie Murphy

Jun 25, 1992 · 24 min

Eddie Murphy discusses his new movie 'Boomerang' and his 'Love's Alright' album.

Episode 37

Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg

Apr 29, 1993 · 41 min

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.

Episode 38

Ice Cube

Sep 7, 1990 · 32 min

Fab 5 Freddy visits Hollywood Blvd. and interviews Ice Cube about his music, leaving N.W.A., and upcoming projects.

Episode 39

N.W.A.

Oct 19, 1990 · 32 min

Fab 5 Freddy interviews the members of N.W.A. behind-the-scenes of their new music video for "100 Miles and Runnin'".

Episode 40

Naughty By Nature

Oct 3, 1991 · 26 min

Ed Lover and Doctor Dré hang out on set with Naughty By Nature who perform their song "O.P.P." live.

Episode 41

Tupac And John Singleton

Jun 15, 1993 · 57 min

Ed Lover and Doctor Dré talk with Tupac and John Singleton while counting down the week's top 10 rap videos.

Episode 42

MC Hammer

Mar 10, 1989 · 29 min

No description available.

Episode 43

Slick Rick

Jan 27, 1989 · 30 min

Fab 5 Freddy hangs out in the Diamond District of Manhattan with Slick Rick.

Episode 44

3 Times Dope

Sep 5, 1989 · 35 min

Fab 5 Freddy visits iconic spots in Philly with 3 Times Dope, and several other local rappers meet up with them.

Episode 45

LL Cool J

Oct 14, 1988 · 16 min

LL Cool J and his mom host Fab 5 Freddy at their home. They discuss Blondie's "Rapture" video and "Going Back to Cali".

Episode 46

2 Live Crew

Dec 24, 1989 · 17 min

Ed Lover and Doctor Dré chill poolside in Miami with 2 Live Crew. Fab 5 Freddy stops by with L'Trimm.

Episode 47

Big Daddy Kane

Jan 26, 1990 · 30 min

Fab 5 Freddy and Big Daddy Kane visit their old neighborhood in Bed-Stuy. Kane discusses his Brooklyn childhood, inspirations, and future music.

Episode 48

Will Smith & DJ Jazzy Jeff

Oct 28, 1988 · 21 min

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.

Episode 49

Geto Boys

Nov 15, 1991 · 43 min

Fab 5 Freddy visits Houston to interview the Geto Boys about living in the Fifth Ward, their music, and Rap-A-Lot records.

Episode 50

Kid Frost

Sep 28, 1990 · 33 min

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.