Episode guide
Yo! MTV Raps: Season 1
50 episodes · first aired Sep 21, 1988
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- 1 Run-D.M.C. Sep 21, 1988 · 44m Run-D.M.C. hosts the first episode of Yo! MTV Raps and interviews several rap artists. Air Date: Sep 21, 1988
- 2 N.W.A. Apr 7, 1989 · 43m Fab 5 Freddy hangs out with N.W.A. around Compton and Venice Beach. Air Date: Apr 7, 1989
- 3 Sir Mix-A-Lot Mar 5, 1992 · 26m Ed Lover and Doctor Dré interview Sir Mix-a-Lot who performs "One Time's Got No Case" live.
- 4 Queen Latifah Sep 22, 1989 · 52m Fab 5 Freddy interviews Queen Latifah in The 45 King's studio.
- 5 Live From Spring Break 1990 Mar 16, 1990 · 52m Ed Lover and Doctor Dré host live from Spring Break 1990 in Daytona Beach.
- 6 De La Soul Jan 13, 1994 · 44m Fab 5 Freddy interviews De La Soul about their music and the longevity of rap.
- 7 Kris Kross Sep 2, 1993 · 38m Ed Lover interviews Kris Kross on the set of their new music video.
- 8 James Brown Aug 25, 1991 · 25m James Brown visits the new set of Yo! MTV Raps and discusses his music and legacy
- 9 Public Enemy Sep 26, 1991 · 28m The members of Public Enemy fool around on set and perform "Can't Truss It" live.
- 10 2Pac Feb 11, 1993 · 37m Fab 5 Freddy interviews 2Pac on the streets of LA before visiting Echo Sound.
- 11 Heavy D Mar 4, 1992 · 23m Heavy D hangs out on set with Ed Lover and Doctor Dré, and performs "You Can't See What I Can See" live.
- 12 The Notorious B.I.G. Tribute Mar 12, 1997 · 27m Clips featuring The Notorious B.I.G. hosting the show with Lil Ceaser in 1996 and Craig Mack in 1995.
- 13 KRS-One Sep 13, 1992 · 27m KRS-One discusses their music and politics, and performs "We In There" live.
- 14 Smokin Joe Wilcox Mar 3, 1992 · 23m 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.
- 15 Lady Of Rage Jul 29, 1994 · 52m Fab 5 Freddy interviews Lady of Rage on a roof in NYC.
- 16 Eric B. & Rakim Jan 16, 1992 · 28m Ed Lover interviews Eric B. about changes with Eric B. & Rakim, and they perform "Juice" live.
- 17 The Last Show Aug 18, 1995 · 39m 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.
- 18 Salt-N-Pepa Feb 6, 1992 · 24m Salt-N-Pepa discuss their music and children, and perform "You Showed Me" live.
- 19 Yo! Ladies Night Jun 25, 1997 · 27m 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.
- 20 House Of Pain Jun 25, 1992 · 22m T Money interviews House of Pain, and they perform "Jump Around" live.
- 21 Ed Lover Dance Feb 4, 1992 · 21m Ed Lover teaches a class on how to properly do the Ed Lover dance.
- 22 Yo! 3rd Anniversary Oct 4, 1991 · 49m Fab 5 Freddy showcases past memorable moments on his 3rd anniversary episode of Yo! MTV Raps.
- 23 Cypress Hill Nov 1, 1991 · 36m Cypress Hill discusses their sound, name, and upcoming album with Fab 5 Freddy in Times Square.
- 24 Nas Jun 2, 1994 · 39m Nas discusses his origins and creative process with Fab 5 Freddy in a music studio.
- 25 Mary J. Blige Sep 10, 1992 · 25m 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.
- 26 Bad Boy Entertainment Jan 27, 1995 · 39m Fab 5 Freddy interviews Sean "Puffy" Combs about his history and Bad Boy Entertainment, and interviews The Notorious B.I.G. and Craig Mack.
- 27 Run-D.M.C./Beastie Boys Nov 14, 1991 · 22m
- 28 Wu-Tang Clan Jan 20, 1994 · 35m Fab 5 Freddy interviews Wu-Tang Clan about their origins, style, and music on the set of their new music video.
- 29 Supercat Sep 4, 1992 · 33m Fab 5 Freddy interviews Supercat about the dancehall genre and moving to America from Jamaica.
- 30 Das EFX Dec 2, 1993 · 35m Fab 5 Freddy interviews Das EFX underground about their music, being authentic, and performing in Europe.
- 31 Shaq Aug 4, 1992 · 35m Ed Lover and Doctor Dré hang out with Shaquille O'Neal on set.
- 32 A Tribe Called Quest Behind The Scenes Mar 27, 1992 · 45m 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.
- 33 Mike Tyson Mar 8, 1991 · 43m Fab 5 Freddy is in Las Vegas to interview Mike Tyson about rap music, growing up in Brooklyn, and his boxing career.
- 34 Mel Gibson May 25, 1995 · 22m Mel Gibson visits the set, and Blak Panta discusses his career and demonstrates his signature dance.
- 35 Beastie Boys Nov 14, 1989 · 29m Fab 5 Freddy is in NYC's Chinatown with Beastie Boys discussing their roots, the neighborhood, and the address where they started their career.
- 36 Eddie Murphy Jun 25, 1992 · 24m Eddie Murphy discusses his new movie 'Boomerang' and his 'Love's Alright' album.
- 37 Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg Apr 29, 1993 · 41m 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.
- 38 Ice Cube Sep 7, 1990 · 32m Fab 5 Freddy visits Hollywood Blvd. and interviews Ice Cube about his music, leaving N.W.A., and upcoming projects.
- 39 N.W.A. Oct 19, 1990 · 32m Fab 5 Freddy interviews the members of N.W.A. behind-the-scenes of their new music video for "100 Miles and Runnin'".
- 40 Naughty By Nature Oct 3, 1991 · 26m Ed Lover and Doctor Dré hang out on set with Naughty By Nature who perform their song "O.P.P." live.
- 41 Tupac And John Singleton Jun 15, 1993 · 57m Ed Lover and Doctor Dré talk with Tupac and John Singleton while counting down the week's top 10 rap videos.
- 42 MC Hammer Mar 10, 1989 · 29m
- 43 Slick Rick Jan 27, 1989 · 30m Fab 5 Freddy hangs out in the Diamond District of Manhattan with Slick Rick.
- 44 3 Times Dope Sep 5, 1989 · 35m Fab 5 Freddy visits iconic spots in Philly with 3 Times Dope, and several other local rappers meet up with them.
- 45 LL Cool J Oct 14, 1988 · 16m LL Cool J and his mom host Fab 5 Freddy at their home. They discuss Blondie's "Rapture" video and "Going Back to Cali".
- 46 2 Live Crew Dec 24, 1989 · 17m Ed Lover and Doctor Dré chill poolside in Miami with 2 Live Crew. Fab 5 Freddy stops by with L'Trimm.
- 47 Big Daddy Kane Jan 26, 1990 · 30m Fab 5 Freddy and Big Daddy Kane visit their old neighborhood in Bed-Stuy. Kane discusses his Brooklyn childhood, inspirations, and future music.
- 48 Will Smith & DJ Jazzy Jeff Oct 28, 1988 · 21m 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.
- 49 Geto Boys Nov 15, 1991 · 43m Fab 5 Freddy visits Houston to interview the Geto Boys about living in the Fifth Ward, their music, and Rap-A-Lot records.
- 50 Kid Frost Sep 28, 1990 · 33m 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.