A History of Sneakers Getting Named-Dropped In Hip Hop

Posted by Hip Hop My Way | May 29, 2015 | Lifestyle | 0 |

Champs

Since the birth of hip hop, sneakers and rap have always gone hand and hand, defining a culture that is felt around the globe. So to honor the relationship, our friends over at Champs put together this really dope interactive map from the early 80’s to present day chronicling rap/sneaker references. The list includes notable artists and songs such as RUN D.M.C. “My Adidas”, Raekwon “Sneakers”, Nelly “Air Force Ones”, Kanye West Ft. Pusha T “New God Flow” and much more.

Check out the full list here.

Did Champs miss any songs, that should of been on the list? Sound off!

Nelly “Air Force One” Ft. Kyjuan, Ali, Murphy Lee #NeverForget

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