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10 Gifts For Hip-Hop Lovers Of All Ages 

10 Gifts For Hip-Hop Lovers Of All Ages
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By Danielle Kwateng-Clark · Updated October 24, 2020

As the most influential music genre, hip-hop music has touched countless lives around the world. Founded in The Bronx during the 1970s, the art form has evolved into a culture expressive of lyricism, urban style, infectious melodies and diversity —and people of all ages have a deep appreciation of it. 

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This holiday season gift the hip-hop lover in your life something more personal than a gift card for music —make the music a part of their everyday lives. Below we’ve found some of the best gifts for the hip-hop lover in your life.

01
October’s Very Own “Welcome October” Hoodie
October’s Very Own is Drake’s clothing company started in his hometown of Toronto. This cozy sweater will instantly make you feel like you’ve snuggled close to the heartthrob…. or at least we hope it would.
10 Gifts For Hip-Hop Lovers Of All Ages
available at October’s Very Own $148 Shop Now
02
“Hip Hop Raised Me” By DJ Semtex
Published in 2016 by Britain’s DJ Semtex, this photo book takes a comprehensive look at the history of rap music from its origins to present day. It features quotes, facts and never-before-seen photos of some of the greatest leaders of the music genre.
10 Gifts For Hip-Hop Lovers Of All Ages
available at Urban Outfitters $65 Shop Now
03
Triple FAT Goose Madigan Coat

If we’re being practical, kids need a good winter coat for the harsh weather ahead. This Triple FAT Goose coat is stylish but also insulating to avoid any of those winter colds.

10 Gifts For Hip-Hop Lovers Of All Ages
available at Triple FAT Goose $275 Shop Now
04
A Tribe Called Quest Phife T-Shirt
You can’t go wrong with gifting a Phife Dawg shirt to A Tribe Called Quest fan. The prolific MC passed away in 2016 but his lyricism and contribution to the genre live on through the culture.
10 Gifts For Hip-Hop Lovers Of All Ages
available at A Tribe Called Quest $40 Shop Now
05
Missy Elliott’s “Supa Dupa Fly” Vinyl
10 Gifts For Hip-Hop Lovers Of All Ages
available at Okayplayer $22.49 Shop Now
06
“Hip-Hop Alphabet” Children’s Book
In addition to their “If You Give a Moose a Muffin” books, include this hip-hop book on a child’s gift list. As its description notes, the “Hip-Hop Alphabet” uses the twenty-six letters of the alphabet to educate kids about classic icons (LL Cool J, the Beastie Boys, and Jay-Z), as well as essential elements of the music and culture (DJs, microphones, and vinyl).
10 Gifts For Hip-Hop Lovers Of All Ages
available at Amazon $11.91 Shop Now
07
JBL Boombox
For the recent graduate or family member who hosts all the summer barbecues, we highly suggest this portable JBL boombox. Aside from exceptional sound quality, it’s waterproof and lightweight to move from party to party.
10 Gifts For Hip-Hop Lovers Of All Ages
available at JBL $449.95 Shop Now
08
Victrola Bluetooth Suitcase Turntable
This highly-rated turntable will play records and allow the little ones to learn how to scratch. With a 3-speed functionality, it’s also quipped with Bluetooth to simply play music off your phone or computer.
10 Gifts For Hip-Hop Lovers Of All Ages
available at T.J. Maxx $49.99 Shop Now
09
Timberland Women’s 6-Inch Velvet Accent Premium Boot
As the unofficial shoe of the winter, anyone who knows hip-hop knows Timberland’s are a must-have. While the brand has a diverse range of casual options, gift the authentic hip-hop lover these 6-inch beauties in purple velvet.
10 Gifts For Hip-Hop Lovers Of All Ages
available at Timberland $170 Shop Now
10
Dead Prez ‘Bigger Than Hip Hop’ Onesie
For the baby who wants to immediately be considered a cool kid, this onesie is perfect. The lyrics on the shirt are from NYC-born hip-hop duo Dead Prez’s revolutionary song “Hip Hop.”
10 Gifts For Hip-Hop Lovers Of All Ages
available at Okayplayer $20 Shop Now
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