Rakim took St. Louis fans on a trip through hip-hop history at City Winery, bringing his unmistakable flow and a catalog full of classics to the stage.
With Technician the DJ on the turntables, the influential MC mixed familiar favorites with deeper cuts as fans rapped along. The performance was a reminder of the skill and style that helped shape generations of hip-hop artists.
Watch a moment from the show above, then read Kenya Vaughn’s full review of Rakim’s night in St. Louis.