49 Cent’s Historical Raps

American History and Hip Hop Collide

The following collection of raps tells the story of American history from colonization through the Civil War.

Rise of 49 Cent

Learn how the “rough and tumble” streets of Kingston, New York, helped mold the “legendary” rapper, 49 Cent.

World Unknown

How did the Age of Exploration begin? What impacts did it have on the world? Check out “World Unknown”, a parody of T.I.’s hit, “Dead and Gone”.

Colonial Life

A rap about the role that geography played in the economic development of the New England, Middle, and Southern Colonies, “Colonial Life” is a parody of “Live Your Life” by T.I.

All About the Flag

In this remake “Throw It In The Bag” by Fabolous, 49 Cent describes the events that led to the outbreak of the American Revolution.

Just a Friend

In order for victory to be ensured, the colonies were in need of a friend. This rap recounts the story of the Revolutionary War and the Battle of Saratoga. This song is a parody of “Just a Friend” by Biz Markie.

Stronger

As it turns out, making your own government can be quite challenging. This rap, a remake of Kanye West’s classic, describes the problems with the Articles of Confederation and the triumphs of the U.S. Constitution.

4, 3, 2 , 1

(Bill of Rights Rap)

What good is the Bill of Rights if you can’t remember all the freedoms it protects? Learn more by rehearsing this track by, your boy, 49 Cent. Music: “4, 3, 2, 1” by LL Cool J

All the Above

How did our nation disintegrate into Civil War? The reasons and events are explained in this melodic rap, a remake of the Maino’s classic “All the Above”

Yank ‘n’ Rebel

The turning point of the Civil War took place in a little Pennsylvania town called Gettysburg. This rap, a parody of Wiz Khalifa’s “Black and Yellow”, tells the story of those fateful days in July of 1863.