Hip-Hop and the White House

Synopsis

Unveils the transformative fifty-year history of a world-changing culture, illustrating hip-hop's journey from outsider status to the pinnacle of power. This documentary showcases the pivotal contributions of artists who created some of the most powerful political songs of all time and explores the experiences of rappers who interacted with presidents and performed inside the world's most famous residence. Starting from the blighted neighborhoods that created the culture as a result of oppressive presidential policies, this film describes the complex web of influence, culture and celebrity that is now a permanent feature of American politics.

Main Cast

Common

Age : 52 | Popularity : 100%

Young Jeezy

Age : 47 | Popularity : 21%

YG

Age : 34 | Popularity : 8%

Waka Flocka Flame

Age : 38 | Popularity : 6%

Roxanne Shanté

Age : N/A | Popularity : 4%

KRS-One

Age : 58 | Popularity : 17%

Bun B

Age : 51 | Popularity : 10%

Crew

Department	Role	Name
Directing	Director	Jesse Washington
Writing	Writer	Jesse Washington
Department	Role	Name

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