Rapper's Delight: Hip Hop Covers

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It’s hard to explain why, but there’s something entertaining about hip hop lyrics taken out of context and played by groups far removed from the genre. As a rule of thumb, the bigger the disconnect between the lyrics and the performing group, the more entertaining the cover becomes. It’s more than just a novelty though; sometimes these songs have a serious impact on a band’s career. Does Dynamite Hack sound familiar? Their cover of “Boyz-n-the-Hood” (originally by Eazy-E) made it to Number 12 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart in 2000”easily the band’s biggest hit. Revisit this old gem and take a look at our other favorite hip hop covers below by clicking the arrows on the sides of the video. Some of these you’ve heard, but there’s bound to be one or two that slipped under your radar.

If this playlist left you wanting more, we recommend Punk Goes Crunk and Take a Bite Outta Rhyme: A Rock Tribute to Rap. Are these covers good fun, good music, or just a cheap ploy to make easy money? Whatever the case may be, share your thoughts with us in the comment space below.