Kool used a DJ setup and spun records, switching back and forth between two copies of the same record, thus, being the Merry Go Round. Presently, it's known as Break Beat.

Grandmaster Flash developed the technique. It is done by playing 2 records at the same time, moving the needle of the second turntable while the first continues to play.

N.W.A achieved this milestone with their track Niggaz4Life. The record debuted number 2 in Billboard's Top 200 and sold millions in its first seven days.

Originally, rap was just part of the elements found in hip hop. Rap, though, managed to establish itself as a whole new stand-alone musical style.

The four elements are said to be the pillars of hip hop music. The pillars are the ones that encompass the styles and attitude for hip hop.

The song "Rapper's Delight" introduced hip hop to the music industry. The bouncy rhythm and light tone of the song was the reason for popularity.

Hip hop is still closely associated with African American culture. As hip hop has undergone some major changes, it now affects and reaches even the outskirts of the world. Hip hop is not just about the music but about the clothing, dance, and even lifestyle.

Hip hop didn't become popular in the 70s but rose during the early 80s. It all started at a party that took place in the Bronx.

Hip hop was discovered because of observing the crowd's reaction to the records being played. Herc just began spinning records and, thus, the birth of a new music style.

The song Rappers Delight was a sample of the song Good Times by Chic. It was used without permission and led to the group almost getting sued.