LL COOL J – Rock The Bells
LL COOL J – Rock The Bells (1985)
Directed by: Rick Rubin
Rock The Bells is a seminal track by LL COOL J, released on May 29, 1985, as a single from his debut album, *Radio*. The song showcases LL COOL J’s dynamic rap style and was produced by Rick Rubin. It has been influential in the hip-hop genre, leading to the establishment of the “Rock The Bells” brand, which includes festivals and media dedicated to hip-hop culture. The original music video features LL COOL J performing energetically, capturing the raw essence of early hip-hop. In 2024, LL COOL J performed “Rock The Bells” during the “MTV Unplugged Presents: LL COOL J From The Rock The Bells Festival” special, which aired on December 5, 2024.
