Billboard top 10 Rap & Hip Hop – October 1985

In October 1985, rap and hip-hop were still emerging on the mainstream charts, but there were several standout tracks making waves in the genre. The top hip-hop songs of that time reflected the growing influence of Def Jam and pioneering artists. Above is a snapshot of some notable tracks that dominated in 1985.

These tracks showcased the early foundations of rap, with artists blending street narratives, DJ-driven beats, and a growing cultural movement that would soon explode in the late ’80s and ’90s​

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