Best Rap & Hip-Hop Books

Rap/Hip-Hop/Urban

Hip-hop originated in New York City in the 1970’s as part of the cultural exchange between African Americans and Caribbean immigrants. Originally a voice for the disenfranchised, hip-hop has continued to grow and evolve to where it is now, forever changing the fabric of the world of entertainment. It is a driving political force, a foundational impact on young people and a cultural influence in fashion. You can learn all about this and more in our books about hip hop history.Barnes & Noble has a wide selection of hip-hop books and books by rappers. You can find anything from a history of hip hop book like Can’t Stop Won’t Stop, to memoirs and biographies by and about rappers, such as E.A.R.L.: The Autobiography of DMX and Decoded. You can see the social influence of hip-hop in Contact High or get behind the beat in Sweat the Technique. Visit our stores to browse our music section for books about hip hop or explore online!10 Bestselling Hip-Hop & Rap Books
Adversity for Sale by Jeezy
50th Law by 50 Cent
The Upcycled Self by Tariq Trotter
The Marathon Don't Stop by Rob Kenner
The Autobiography of Gucci Mane by Gucci Mane
Dilla Time by Dan Charnas
Decoded by Jay-Z
It's All in Your Head by Russ
Hurricanes by Rick Ross
Ice Cold: A Hip-Hop Jewelry History by Vikki Tobak