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Part 5: Busy Bee on Feud with Kool Moe Dee Considered Hip-Hop's First Battle: That Wasn't a Battle
Part 1: Busy Bee on Becoming Hip-Hop's First Solo MC, Witnessing Keith Cowboy Invent Hip-Hop Term
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Legendary hip-hop pioneer Busy Bee shares an eye-opening look into the early rap scene, revealing how some street hustlers turned to rap after MCs started dating their girlfriends. Busy Bee explained that many thug rappers originally hustled and brought their "army" of loyal followers into the music game, giving them a built-in fan base and power. Busy Bee also talked about his iconic phrases and how his stage name evolved, emphasizing the craft and culture behind early rap battles. Reflecting on hip-hop’s message, Busy Bee praised Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five’s “The Message” as a groundbreaking moment that elevated rap’s social consciousness, influencing generations of artists to come.
