Hip Hop

MC Lyte

Hip Hop East Coast Hip Hop Golden Age Hip Hop

1 festival appearance

About MC Lyte

MC Lyte is a pioneering American rapper from Brooklyn, widely recognized as one of the first female solo emcees to release a full-length hip-hop album. Known for her sharp lyricism and battle-ready delivery, she broke through with "Lyte as a Rock" in 1988.

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Past Appearances

Essence Music Festival

Jul 3, 2026 - Jul 5, 2026 New Orleans, LA, United States Main Stage

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