How Hip-Hop Stole the Oscars

It's hard out there for a hip-hop artist at the Oscars. Academy Award voters haven't always recognized rap's contribution to movies. But that hasn't stopped artists like Eminem and Common from scoring a few hits. Here's a look at some of hip-hop's biggest wins at the Oscars. 

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us How Hip-Hop Stole the Oscars It's hard out there for a hip-hop artist at the Oscars. Academy Award voters haven't always recognized rap's contribution to movies. But that hasn't stopped artists like Eminem and Common from scoring a few hits. Here's a look at some of hip-hop's biggest wins at the Oscars.  Henry Adaso Rap & Hip-Hop Expert A History of Hip-Hop at the Oscars   The Oscars haven't always shown hip-hop love. From Three 6 Mafia to Pharrell, here's a look at hip-hop's unlikely presence at the Oscars. READ NOW Movie Review: Straight Outta Compton   The real life version of N.W.A, the Compton, California super group cared only for mayhem, discussing women solely as props for hedonistic conquests and a constant middle finger to authority. READ NOW Top 25 Hip-Hop Films Streaming on Netflix Right Now   If all this Oscars talk makes you want to catch a flick, kick back and chill with Netflix. All you need is 79 minutes and your cousin's Netflix login.   READ NOW The Definitive Guide to Hip-Hop Subgenres    Rappers are products of different musical stylings informed by different environments, attitudes and aspirations. Here's a brief rundown of hip-hop subgenres and the key artists in each niche. READ NOW Featured Articles • 5 Weird Facts About Leap Years • Top 10 #$*$(# R-Rated Comic Book Movies Ever! • John Williams: Hollywood Music Legend Receives 50th Oscar Nomination • February 24 in Music History • A Beginner's Guide to the Valiant Comic Book Universe • The Lowest-Grossing Best Picture Oscar Winners (1990-2015) • Who Is Sheryl Underwood? • 2016 Grammy Record of the Year Nominee Details Advertisement About Rap & Hip-Hop  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Rap & Hip-Hop newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.