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The Best Episodes of Yo! MTV Raps

Every episode of Yo! MTV Raps ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Yo! MTV Raps!

Popular rap music videos showcased along with live performances and interviews with notable rap artists.

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    Yo! MTV Raps Season 1 Episode 1 - Run-D.M.C.
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    #1 - Run-D.M.C.

    S1:E1

    Run-D.M.C. hosts the first episode of Yo! MTV Raps and interviews several rap artists. Air Date: Sep 21, 1988

    Director:Unknown
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  2. Yo! MTV Raps Season 1 Episode 2 - N.W.A.
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    #2 - N.W.A.

    S1:E2

    Fab 5 Freddy hangs out with N.W.A. around Compton and Venice Beach. Air Date: Apr 7, 1989

    Director:Unknown
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  3. Yo! MTV Raps Season 1 Episode 3 - Sir Mix-A-Lot
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    #3 - Sir Mix-A-Lot

    S1:E3

    Ed Lover and Doctor Dré interview Sir Mix-a-Lot who performs "One Time's Got No Case" live.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. Yo! MTV Raps Season 1 Episode 4 - Queen Latifah
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    #4 - Queen Latifah

    S1:E4

    Fab 5 Freddy interviews Queen Latifah in The 45 King's studio.

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  5. Yo! MTV Raps Season 1 Episode 5 - Live From Spring Break 1990
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    #5 - Live From Spring Break 1990

    S1:E5

    Ed Lover and Doctor Dré host live from Spring Break 1990 in Daytona Beach.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. Yo! MTV Raps Season 1 Episode 6 - De La Soul
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    #6 - De La Soul

    S1:E6

    Fab 5 Freddy interviews De La Soul about their music and the longevity of rap.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. Yo! MTV Raps Season 1 Episode 7 - Kris Kross
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    #7 - Kris Kross

    S1:E7

    Ed Lover interviews Kris Kross on the set of their new music video.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. Yo! MTV Raps Season 1 Episode 8 - James Brown
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    #8 - James Brown

    S1:E8

    James Brown visits the new set of Yo! MTV Raps and discusses his music and legacy

    Director:Unknown
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  9. Yo! MTV Raps Season 1 Episode 9 - Public Enemy
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    #9 - Public Enemy

    S1:E9

    The members of Public Enemy fool around on set and perform "Can't Truss It" live.

    Director:Unknown
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  10. Yo! MTV Raps Season 1 Episode 10 - 2Pac
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    #10 - 2Pac

    S1:E10

    Fab 5 Freddy interviews 2Pac on the streets of LA before visiting Echo Sound.

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  11. Yo! MTV Raps Season 1 Episode 11 - Heavy D
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    #11 - Heavy D

    S1:E11

    Heavy D hangs out on set with Ed Lover and Doctor Dré, and performs "You Can't See What I Can See" live.

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  12. Yo! MTV Raps Season 1 Episode 12 - The Notorious B.I.G. Tribute
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    #12 - The Notorious B.I.G. Tribute

    S1:E12

    Clips featuring The Notorious B.I.G. hosting the show with Lil Ceaser in 1996 and Craig Mack in 1995.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. Yo! MTV Raps Season 1 Episode 13 - KRS-One
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    #13 - KRS-One

    S1:E13

    KRS-One discusses their music and politics, and performs "We In There" live.

    Director:Unknown
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  14. Yo! MTV Raps Season 1 Episode 14 - Smokin Joe Wilcox
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    #14 - Smokin Joe Wilcox

    S1:E14

    T Money dresses up as Smokin Joe Wilcox and pretends to box with members of the live audience. Black Sheep promo discussing how music can cross genres.

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  15. Yo! MTV Raps Season 1 Episode 15 - Lady Of Rage
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    #15 - Lady Of Rage

    S1:E15

    Fab 5 Freddy interviews Lady of Rage on a roof in NYC.

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  16. Yo! MTV Raps Season 1 Episode 16 - Eric B. & Rakim
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    #16 - Eric B. & Rakim

    S1:E16

    Ed Lover interviews Eric B. about changes with Eric B. & Rakim, and they perform "Juice" live.

    Director:Unknown
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  17. Yo! MTV Raps Season 1 Episode 17 - The Last Show
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    #17 - The Last Show

    S1:E17

    The hosts interview various rap artists and groups about what the show has meant for them, and flashback to memorable moments throughout the show. Several artists perform live.

    Director:Unknown
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  18. Yo! MTV Raps Season 1 Episode 18 - Salt-N-Pepa
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    #18 - Salt-N-Pepa

    S1:E18

    Salt-N-Pepa discuss their music and children, and perform "You Showed Me" live.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. Yo! MTV Raps Season 1 Episode 19 - Yo! Ladies Night
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    #19 - Yo! Ladies Night

    S1:E19

    Angie Martinez hosts from behind-the-scenes of the "Ladies Night" music video shoot, and talks with the artists featured in the video and the director.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Yo! MTV Raps Season 1 Episode 20 - House Of Pain
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    #20 - House Of Pain

    S1:E20

    T Money interviews House of Pain, and they perform "Jump Around" live.

    Director:Unknown
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  21. Yo! MTV Raps Season 1 Episode 21 - Ed Lover Dance
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    #21 - Ed Lover Dance

    S1:E21

    Ed Lover teaches a class on how to properly do the Ed Lover dance.

    Director:Unknown
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  22. Yo! MTV Raps Season 1 Episode 22 - Yo! 3rd Anniversary
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    #22 - Yo! 3rd Anniversary

    S1:E22

    Fab 5 Freddy showcases past memorable moments on his 3rd anniversary episode of Yo! MTV Raps.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. Yo! MTV Raps Season 1 Episode 23 - Cypress Hill
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    #23 - Cypress Hill

    S1:E23

    Cypress Hill discusses their sound, name, and upcoming album with Fab 5 Freddy in Times Square.

    Director:Unknown
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  24. Yo! MTV Raps Season 1 Episode 24 - Nas
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    #24 - Nas

    S1:E24

    Nas discusses his origins and creative process with Fab 5 Freddy in a music studio.

    Director:Unknown
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  25. Yo! MTV Raps Season 1 Episode 25 - Mary J. Blige
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    #25 - Mary J. Blige

    S1:E25

    T Money and Doctor Dré interview Mary J. Blige about her music and new album, and she performs "What's The 411?" live with Grand Puba.

    Director:Unknown
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Best Episodes Summary

"Run-D.M.C." is the best rated episode of "Yo! MTV Raps". It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/21/1988. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "N.W.A.".