LL Cool J Explores the Roots of Hip-Hop in New Paramount+ Docuseries
Alright, let’s talk about something exciting hitting our screens soon— LL Cool J is taking us on a journey through the birth and rise of hip-hop in his new docuseries, Hip-Hop Was Born Here , coming to Paramount+ on July 22 . This five-part series isn't just another look back at music history—it’s an immersive ride into the very soul of New York City, where hip-hop didn’t just begin, but transformed into a global cultural movement.
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LL Cool J, who co-created and executive produced the series alongside NFL legend Peyton Manning, dives deep into the boroughs of NYC—from the Bronx to Queens—tracing the origins of hip-hop right where it started. In the trailer, he opens the series standing in that iconic Bronx park where DJ Kool Herc threw the legendary block parties that ignited an entire genre. From there, it's a full-on tribute to the streets, studios, and voices that shaped hip-hop into what it is today.
We’re talking appearances from hip-hop giants: Method Man, Big Daddy Kane, Roxanne Shanté, Jadakiss, Grandmaster Caz, Rev Run, Salt of Salt-N-Pepa, and many others. These aren't just guest spots—they’re rich conversations where the pioneers share stories, reflect on the movement, and honor their roots. One striking moment from the trailer has Jadakiss pointing out how hip-hop filled the void left by defunded school music programs. And Roxanne Shanté doesn’t hold back either, confidently declaring, “I gave birth to most of them MCs.”
And just when you think it's only about the past, LL Cool J brings it full circle. This series also explores how hip-hop broke past neighborhood borders and became a global voice. In a moving clip, Method Man asks, “Who would ever think that we could be world famous doing something that we love?” That’s the power of hip-hop—it started with speakers on the street and became a worldwide phenomenon.
Now, if you’re wondering what Peyton Manning’s doing in a hip-hop project—he gets it. He said it best: sports and music both take commitment, hard work, and they unite people. Manning’s Omaha Productions partnered with LL’s Rock the Bells to make this vision happen, and honestly, it’s one of the most ambitious things either of them have touched outside their usual worlds.
So, mark your calendars. Hip-Hop Was Born Here isn’t just a show. It’s a celebration, a history lesson, and a reminder that New York gave birth to something that changed music, culture, and lives around the world. It’s for anyone who’s ever nodded their head to a beat, written bars in a notebook, or just wanted to understand where the rhythm really began. July 22, Paramount+. Don’t miss it.
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