From executive producers Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson, Tariq "Black Thought" Trotter, Shawn Gee and Alex Gibney, each episode of this series focuses on a groundbreaking song pivotal to the evolution of American music and culture. From the early hip-hop battles to verses that sparked hope and inspired change, watch artists deconstruct their composition, revisit the impact the song had on them personally, and dissect the socio-economic and cultural conditions that inspired the landmark work and gave voice to a generation.
Created By | QuestloveTariq TrotterShawn GeeAlex Gibney | |
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Status | Ended | |
Original Name | Hip Hop: The Songs That Shook America | |
First Air Date | October 13, 2019 | |
Last Air Date | November 17, 2019 | |
Seasons | 1 | |
Episodes | 6 | |
Episode Runtime | 1h 0min | |
Language | English | |
Original Language | English | |
Production Countries | United States of America | |
Production Companies | Jigsaw Productions | |
Networks | AMC |