The Message, was more revelatory and for the first time, hip hop became a vehicle not merely for bragging and boasting but for trenchant social commentary, with Melle Mel detailing the grim realities of life in the ghetto.The record was a major critical hit, and it was an enormous step in solidifying hip hop as an important and enduring form of musical expression. We Want To Wish Melle Mel A Happy 50TH Birthday on May 17th! Big Jeff is throwing a 50th Bday party for Mele Mel and a tribute to Kool Herc 4 HIP HOP Appreciation week at BBKings 237 west 42 street, 8pm ft. Black Thought, QuestLove, Big daddy Kane, Force MDs, Dj Premier, freedom Williams,TSki Valley, Jeru The Damaja, Jazzy Jay and more.
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