Today, hip hop icon MC Lyte, born Lana Michelle Moorer, celebrates her 54th birthday. Since bursting onto the scene in 1986 with her groundbreaking single I Cram to Understand U, MC Lyte has championed feminism and respect for women in hip hop. Her debut earned her a record deal with First Priority Music, allowing her to amplify her powerful message.
As the first female rapper to tackle feminist issues in hip hop, MC Lyte made waves with her debut album, Lyte as a Rock, which was the first full-length album by a female MC. With this release, she challenged the male-dominated industry, proving she could hold her own among the genre’s fiercest talents while demanding respect for women.
Her sophomore album, Eyes on This, solidified her status as hip hop’s female kingpin. The record produced her first hit single, Cha Cha Cha, which dominated the Billboard Hot Rap Singles chart for 18 weeks, showcasing her lyrical prowess and cementing her place in hip hop history. Today, MC Lyte remains a powerful influence and a true pioneer of the genre.
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