Kendrick Lamar is known for his politically charged lyrics and activism. His album "To Pimp a Butterfly" explores themes of race, poverty, and police brutality.

Public Enemy released the song "Fight the Power" in 1989. The song became an anthem for the fight against racial injustice and police brutality.

Kendrick Lamar was the first hip hop artist to win a Pulitzer Prize for Music in 2018 for his album "DAMN."

Russell Simmons founded the "Hip Hop Caucus" in 2004. The organization aims to empower hip hop artists and fans to use their voices to create positive change.

Lauryn Hill released the album "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" in 1998. The album explored themes of love, relationships, and social justice.

Common is known for his socially conscious lyrics and activism. His music often addresses issues of race, poverty, and social justice.

Nas released the album "Illmatic" in 1994. The album is considered one of the greatest hip hop albums of all time.

Killer Mike is known for his political activism and his work with the "Black Lives Matter" movement. He has used his music to speak out against police brutality and racial injustice.

Jay-Z released the album "The Blueprint" in 2001. The album is considered one of the greatest hip hop albums of all time.

Wu-Tang Clan released the album "Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)" in 1993. The album is considered one of the greatest hip hop albums of all time.

J. Cole is known for his political activism and his work with the "Get Out the Vote" movement. He has used his music to encourage young people to vote and participate in the political process.

Kanye West released the album "Graduation" in 2007. The album is considered one of the greatest hip hop albums of all time.

A Tribe Called Quest released the album "The Low End Theory" in 1991. The album is considered one of the greatest hip hop albums of all time.

Chance the Rapper is known for his political activism and his work with the "Dream Defenders" movement. He has used his music to speak out against police brutality and racial injustice.

Travis Scott released the album "Astroworld" in 2018. The album is considered one of the greatest hip hop albums of all time.