Melle Mel on “The Message,“ Jay-Z, Biggie, Eminem, KRS-One, Willie D (Full Interview)

In this VladTV exclusive, Hip Hop pioneer Melle Mel sat down and detailed his entire story as one of Hip Hop’s most important voices. He described growing up in the Bronx during the crack era before explaining how “Rapper’s Delight“ influenced him and The Furious Five to hit the studio. Mel also described the making of the legendary “The Message“ and explained why it’s the most important rap song in Hip Hop history. Later, he told the story of how Furious Five member Cowboy coined the “Hip Hop“ term and why he believes today’s rappers are the biggest culture vultures. To hear more and his thoughts on Eminem, Biggie, and Jay-Z, check out the rest of the interview above.