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Real Rap Stories

Hosted by James Billings, Real Rap Stories is a series delving into the origin stories of some of Hip-Hop's most influential characters. Follow along as these Hip-Hop pioneers, family, and friends depict how they obtained success in a music genre that was still in its infancy. From the lyricist (lyrical) to the dancer (dance), this series shows how each artist contributed to the Hip-Hop genre.

Real Rap Stories is a local public television program presented by WLIW PBS

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