While “Billie Jean” gave us flair, “Beat It” gave us defiance, and “Thriller” gave us nightmares, it was Thriller’s sixth single “P.Y.T.” that provided a timeless jolt of ecstasy.
Ice Cube releases the scathing "True to the Game," Amy Winehouse and Nas are born, Destiny's Child cements their legacy and Michael Jackson faces sexual abuse claims.
This day in hip-hop history features Naughty by Nature's misunderstood classic, Babyface's emotional entreaties, Shaggy's post-military raunch and more.