November 7th 2023.
In 2021, LL Cool J was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and two years later, he had the immense pleasure of introducing the father of hip-hop, DJ Kool Herc, into the same Hall of Fame. Along with Missy Elliot, The Spinners, Chaka Khan, and Don Cornelius, Herc was inducted into this year’s Class of 2023 - marking the 50th anniversary of hip-hop.
At the ceremony, LL Cool J took to the podium to honor Herc and his incredible contribution to the genre. He spoke of the significance of the neighborhood party that took place in the Bronx on August 11, 1973. This event has come to be recognized as the birth of hip-hop and Herc, better known as DJ Kool Herc, has been credited as the "Father of Hip-Hop".
LL Cool J’s words were met with emotion from Herc, who was overcome with gratitude. He thanked his parents and other influences in his life and made sure to give his sister credit for her role in the history of hip-hop.
It was an unforgettable moment and a huge congratulations goes to DJ Kool Herc and all the newest inductees of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. This year’s class makes history and is a reminder of the power of music and its incredible influence.
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