The Hip Hop Museum—Opening Fall 2026. Under construction now at Bronx Point. Help us build it.
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Big News: The Hip Hop Museum has a bold new look!
We’re excited to announce the launch of our redesigned website at THHM.org. It's now easier than ever to donate, get involved, and stay connected to the movement.
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crossover records of the era.
Young MC’s pen, Tone Lōc’s unmistakable voice, a Van Halen sample, and an unexpected legal battle. All part of the history behind “Wild Thing.” 🎧🔥
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sample, but the band itself apparently wasn’t aware of the deal. After “Wild Thing” exploded, a legal dispute followed and was eventually settled out of court.
Released in 1988, “Wild Thing” reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming one of Hip Hop’s biggest
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lyrics into the humorous, story-driven version that became a massive hit.
Then there’s the Van Halen connection. “Wild Thing” sampled the guitar riff and drum beats from their 1978 record, “Jamie’s Cryin’.” Van Halen’s management reportedly agreed to around $5,000 for the
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There’s a lot more history behind Tone Lōc’s “Wild Thing” than you might think. 🎤🔥
Tone Lōc originally had a much more explicit vision for the song, but Delicious Vinyl saw its potential to reach a wider audience. They brought in Young MC, who helped reshape the
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1 billion!!! Thank you Spotify!, God, my fans, family, and management! @Spotify 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾😭😭😭😢🎉🥹🔥🔥🔥🔥
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Tour starts in October. I have some friends joining me. Vincestaples.co
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There’s a lot more history behind Tone Lōc’s “Wild Thing” than you might think. 🎤🔥
Tone Lōc originally had a much more explicit vision for the song, but Delicious Vinyl saw its potential to reach a wider audience. They brought in Young MC, who helped reshape the
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crossover records of the era.
Young MC’s pen, Tone Lōc’s unmistakable voice, a Van Halen sample, and an unexpected legal battle. All part of the history behind “Wild Thing.” 🎧🔥
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At The Hip Hop Museum, we’re preserving and sharing the stories that make up the rich history of Hip Hop culture.
Follow The Hip Hop Museum to keep learning about the people, moments, and movements that built the culture and continue to push it forward. 🏛️🔥
#TheHipHopMuseum
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⚠️ EVENT UPDATE
Due to unforeseen circumstances, “When the Underground Becomes the Archive: Art, Music, Memory, and the Cultural Archive” scheduled for today, September 26, has been canceled.
The CART Department’s Shepard Fairey exhibition will remain on view through
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September 27 at 16 Morton Street, New York, NY.
We apologize for any inconvenience and encourage you to visit the exhibition while it remains on display.
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Man… HAPPY 20TH ANNIVERSARY to my album, Release Therapy! 🙏🏾
This moment still feels like yesterday! THANK YOU to all of you for your continued support and love after all these years!
We JUST gettin’ started… MORE MUSIC IS ON THE WAY! 🎶🔥
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Stick around afterward for a DJ set at 7 PM.
Visit the link here—> therumor.com/p/298841 to RSVP for the happy hour, panel discussion and the DJ set from Grandwizzard Theodore on September 26.
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📅 Saturday, September 26, 2026
📍 16 Morton Street, New York, NY
The exhibition will be open to the public from 12–6 PM through September 24-27. On September 26, there will be a happy hour & welcome at 5 PM and the panel discussion at 6 PM.
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The evening celebrates Shepard Fairey's debut art car: a 1937 Packard touring sedan painted with portraits and lyrics of iconic, culture-bending Hip Hop and punk musicians. Also on view are new prints inspired by the car and dozens of original artworks.
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When the Underground Becomes the Archive: Art, Music, Memory, and the Cultural Archive
Join the CART Department for a panel discussion hosted by The Hip Hop Museum's Rocky Bucano, with special guests Grand Wizzard Theodore and Eric Orr.
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On this day in 2015, Fetty Wap dropped his self-titled debut album 💿
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WALK IT DOWNNNN 👣🚶♀️BX NYC 🗽 🔥🔥🔥 “ DON IN MY CITY “ part 2 OUT NOWWW #ripquay
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