And lose their minds, folks did. The 13-minute efficiency kicked off with Black Thought, adopted by Grandmaster Flash with Barshon, Mele Mel, Rahiem & Scorpio performing “Flash to the Beat” and “The Message.” LL Cool J, Chuck D and Flava Flav, Methodology Man, Busta Rhymes, De La Soul, Nelly and Huge Boi additionally joined in on the long-lasting efficiency. In matching fits, Salt-N-Pepa introduced electrical power to the stage belting out “My Mic Sounds Good.” Repping the remainder of the feminine rap artists, Queen Latifah sang “U.N.I.T.Y.,” Missy Elliot held it down with “Lose Management,” and GloRilla obtained the gang on their toes with “F.N.F. (Let’s Go).” The efficiency was a joyful spotlight throughout a present filled with highs and lows for Black artists. Just like the Grammys have constantly proved (Salt-N-Pepa have boycotted the present prior to now), Black artists — particularly girls — usually must outline success for themselves.
