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Hip-hop artists celebrate ties to sports teams on hip-hop's birthday

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 12:10 AM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Hip-hop artists celebrate ties to sports teams on hip-hop's birthday

Summary

August 11, 2026 marks 53 years since the birth of hip-hop, initiated by DJ Kool Herc and Cindy Campbell in the Bronx. The genre's influence has deeply intertwined with various sports teams. Artists like Tech N9ne support the Kansas City Chiefs, Eminem backs the Detroit Lions, and 21 Savage cheers for Arsenal. Ice Cube has historic ties to the Las Vegas Raiders, while Fat Joe remains a long-time fan of the New York Knicks. Many artists have not only shown support but also engaged in collaborations, highlighting the ongoing relationship between hip-hop and sports culture.

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By the Numbers

•August 11, 1973 is recognized as hip-hop's birthday.
•Tech N9ne is known for supporting the Kansas City Chiefs.
•Eminem prominently backs the Detroit Lions.
•21 Savage and Little Simz are Arsenal fans.
•Fat Joe celebrated the Knicks' championship at the parade.

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12:10 AMYahoo Sports — Happy birthday, hip-hop: 13 rap artist ties to local sports teams

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August 11, 1973 is considered hip-hop's birthday. Here's a look at how sports teams and hip-hop artists are intertwined 53 years later.
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