Season 1 (1988)
EPISODES
1. Run-D.M.C.
Run-D.M.C. hosts the first episode of Yo! MTV Raps and interviews several rap artists. Air Date: Sep 21, 1988
2. N.W.A.
Fab 5 Freddy hangs out with N.W.A. around Compton and Venice Beach. Air Date: Apr 7, 1989
3. Sir Mix-A-Lot
Ed Lover and Doctor Dré interview Sir Mix-a-Lot who performs "One Time's Got No Case" live.
4. Queen Latifah
Fab 5 Freddy interviews Queen Latifah in The 45 King's studio.
5. Live From Spring Break 1990
Ed Lover and Doctor Dré host live from Spring Break 1990 in Daytona Beach.
6. De La Soul
Fab 5 Freddy interviews De La Soul about their music and the longevity of rap.
7. Kris Kross
Ed Lover interviews Kris Kross on the set of their new music video.
8. James Brown
James Brown visits the new set of Yo! MTV Raps and discusses his music and legacy
9. Public Enemy
The members of Public Enemy fool around on set and perform "Can't Truss It" live.
10. 2Pac
Fab 5 Freddy interviews 2Pac on the streets of LA before visiting Echo Sound.
11. Heavy D
Heavy D hangs out on set with Ed Lover and Doctor Dré, and performs "You Can't See What I Can See" live.
12. The Notorious B.I.G. Tribute
Clips featuring The Notorious B.I.G. hosting the show with Lil Ceaser in 1996 and Craig Mack in 1995.
13. KRS-One
KRS-One discusses their music and politics, and performs "We In There" live.
14. Smokin Joe Wilcox
T Money dresses up as Smokin Joe Wilcox and pretends to box with members of the live audience. Black Sheep promo discussing how music can cross genres.
15. Lady Of Rage
Fab 5 Freddy interviews Lady of Rage on a roof in NYC.
16. Eric B. & Rakim
Ed Lover interviews Eric B. about changes with Eric B. & Rakim, and they perform "Juice" live.
17. The Last Show
The hosts interview various rap artists and groups about what the show has meant for them, and flashback to memorable moments throughout the show. Several artists perform live.
18. Salt-N-Pepa
Salt-N-Pepa discuss their music and children, and perform "You Showed Me" live.
19. Yo! Ladies Night
Angie Martinez hosts from behind-the-scenes of the "Ladies Night" music video shoot, and talks with the artists featured in the video and the director.
20. House Of Pain
T Money interviews House of Pain, and they perform "Jump Around" live.
21. Ed Lover Dance
Ed Lover teaches a class on how to properly do the Ed Lover dance.
22. Yo! 3rd Anniversary
Fab 5 Freddy showcases past memorable moments on his 3rd anniversary episode of Yo! MTV Raps.
23. Cypress Hill
Cypress Hill discusses their sound, name, and upcoming album with Fab 5 Freddy in Times Square.
24. Nas
Nas discusses his origins and creative process with Fab 5 Freddy in a music studio.
25. Mary J. Blige
T Money and Doctor Dré interview Mary J. Blige about her music and new album, and she performs "What's The 411?" live with Grand Puba.
26. Bad Boy Entertainment
Fab 5 Freddy interviews Sean "Puffy" Combs about his history and Bad Boy Entertainment, and interviews The Notorious B.I.G. and Craig Mack.
27. Run-D.M.C./Beastie Boys
28. Wu-Tang Clan
Fab 5 Freddy interviews Wu-Tang Clan about their origins, style, and music on the set of their new music video.
29. Supercat
Fab 5 Freddy interviews Supercat about the dancehall genre and moving to America from Jamaica.
30. Das EFX
Fab 5 Freddy interviews Das EFX underground about their music, being authentic, and performing in Europe.
31. Shaq
Ed Lover and Doctor Dré hang out with Shaquille O'Neal on set.
32. A Tribe Called Quest Behind The Scenes
Fab 5 Freddy visits the video shoot for "Scenario" and talks with A Tribe Called Quest, Leaders of the New School, De La Soul, and Spike Lee.
33. Mike Tyson
Fab 5 Freddy is in Las Vegas to interview Mike Tyson about rap music, growing up in Brooklyn, and his boxing career.
34. Mel Gibson
Mel Gibson visits the set, and Blak Panta discusses his career and demonstrates his signature dance.
35. Beastie Boys
Fab 5 Freddy is in NYC's Chinatown with Beastie Boys discussing their roots, the neighborhood, and the address where they started their career.
36. Eddie Murphy
Eddie Murphy discusses his new movie 'Boomerang' and his 'Love's Alright' album.
37. Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg
Fab 5 Freddy is in LA visiting Dr. Dre's pool party. He interviews Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg about their music, Death Row Records, and their upcoming projects.
38. Ice Cube
Fab 5 Freddy visits Hollywood Blvd. and interviews Ice Cube about his music, leaving N.W.A., and upcoming projects.
39. N.W.A.
Fab 5 Freddy interviews the members of N.W.A. behind-the-scenes of their new music video for "100 Miles and Runnin'".
40. Naughty By Nature
Ed Lover and Doctor Dré hang out on set with Naughty By Nature who perform their song "O.P.P." live.
41. Tupac And John Singleton
Ed Lover and Doctor Dré talk with Tupac and John Singleton while counting down the week's top 10 rap videos.
42. MC Hammer
43. Slick Rick
Fab 5 Freddy hangs out in the Diamond District of Manhattan with Slick Rick.
44. 3 Times Dope
Fab 5 Freddy visits iconic spots in Philly with 3 Times Dope, and several other local rappers meet up with them.
45. LL Cool J
LL Cool J and his mom host Fab 5 Freddy at their home. They discuss Blondie's "Rapture" video and "Going Back to Cali".
46. 2 Live Crew
Ed Lover and Doctor Dré chill poolside in Miami with 2 Live Crew. Fab 5 Freddy stops by with L'Trimm.
47. Big Daddy Kane
Fab 5 Freddy and Big Daddy Kane visit their old neighborhood in Bed-Stuy. Kane discusses his Brooklyn childhood, inspirations, and future music.
48. Will Smith & DJ Jazzy Jeff
Fab 5 Freddy hangs out with Will Smith and DJ Jazzy Jeff in Central Park. They talk about their Philly roots, musical origins, and their world tour.
49. Geto Boys
Fab 5 Freddy visits Houston to interview the Geto Boys about living in the Fifth Ward, their music, and Rap-A-Lot records.
50. Kid Frost
Fab 5 Freddy hangs out with Kid Frost and Mellow Man Ace in East LA. They discuss low-riding cars, Chicano culture, and Hispanic rap.
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