Video: The History of Rappers & Cartoons

Cartoons, like rap, are expressions of art. It’s no surprise that rappers have made been lending their voices (and likenesses) to popular cartoons for such a long time. Whether it’s ‘90s duo Kid ‘n Play having their own animated show, or 50 Cent asking Bart Simpson to join him on a world tour, rappers have been intertwined with cartoons for decades. The early embrace of rappers by cartoonists has paved the way for modern times, when your favorite artist can easily appear on your most beloved animated show. Genius looked at the long and storied history of rappers and cartoons, from then to now.