8 Hip-Hop Album Covers That Go Down In Black History

by Ahsan Washington February 26, 2024 Hip-hop culture has made it to 50 years, but that doesn’t mean the celebration stops. To its credit, hip-hop culture has made it to 50 years, but that doesn’t mean the celebration stops. Nope, hip-hop is constantly evolving, whether it’s the art, fashion, language, or the music — especially the music. Staying true to itself and its Black roots, no one can deny that hip-hop is indeed Black history. There’s so much of a rich past to explore that it’s hard to choose which parts to highlight. However, no one can deny the richness of the genre’s albums. Join BLACK ENTERPRISE as we take you down memory lane with these eight historic hip-hop album covers. 1.) Rapper’s Delight, The Sugar Hill Gang If you know, you know. This album cover is as monumental as the record itself, which was recorded in August 1979 and dropped in September of the same year, introducing many to the hip-hop sound.  2.) Paid In Full, Eric B. & Rakim Hip-hop has always been about lyrical skill, dressing fresh, and bragging power, but this album cover changed the game as money and wealth became more visible in hip-hop.  3.)...