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Images of MC Hammer 1993 See all imagesExploreMC Hammer LogoMC Hammer HaircutMC Hammer BrokeMC Hammer RapperMC Hammer 80sOld MC HammerMC Hammer BirthdayMC Hammer PantsMC Hammer AlbumsMC Hammer TupacMC Hammer Parachute PantsMC Hammer NowMC Hammer PhotosMC Hammer Death RowMC Hammer MemeMC Hammer , and was executive producer of his own reality show titled Hammertime (which aired on the A&E Network during the summer of 2009). Throughout his career, HammRead more on WikipediaEarly life and educationMusic and entertainment careerAdditional business venturesPersonal lifeLegacy and pop culture fameInfluences and effectAward recipient, appearances and recognitionStanley Kirk Burrell was born in Oakland, California, on March 30, 1962. His father was a professional poker player and gambling casino manager (at Oaks Card Club's cardroom), as well as a warehouse supervisor. He grew up poor with his mother (a secretary), and eight siblings in a small apartment in East Oakland. He recalled that six children were craNew content will be added above the current area of focus upon selectionStanley Kirk Burrell was born in Oakland, California, on March 30, 1962. His father was a professional poker player and gambling casino manager (at Oaks Card Club's cardroom), as well as a warehouse supervisor. He grew up poor with his mother (a secretary), and eight siblings in a small apartment in East Oakland. He recalled that six children were crammed into a three-bedroom housing project apartment. The Burrells would frequent thoroughbred horse races, eventually becoming owners and winners of several graded stakes. In the Oakland Coliseum parking lot the young Burrell would sell stray baseballs and dance accompanied by a beatboxer. Oakland Athletics team owner Charlie Finley saw the 11-year-old doing splits and hired him as a clubhouse assistant and batboy as a result of his energy and flair. Burrell served as a "batboy" with the team from 1973 to 1980. In 2010, Hammer discussed his lifelong involvement with athletes on ESPN's First Take as well as explained that his brother Louis Burrell Jr. (who would later become Hammer's business manager) was actually the batboy while his job was to take calls and do "play-by-plays" for the A's absentee owner during every summer game. The colorful Finley, who lived in Chicago, used the child as his "eyes and ears". Reggie Jackson, in describing Burrell's role for Finley, took credit for his nickname: Hell, our chief executive, the guy that ran our team, uh, that communicated [with] Charlie Finley, the top man there, was a 13-year-old kid. I nicknamed him "Hammer" because he looked like Hank Aaron [whose nickname was "The Hammer"]. Read more on WikipediaBefore Hammer's successful music career and "rags-to-riches-to-rags-and-back saga", Burrell formed a Christian rap group with singer and musician Jon Gibson (or J.G.) known as the Holy Ghost Boy(s). Hammer and Tramaine Hawkins performed with Gibson's band, in concerts at various venues such as the Beverly Theatre in Beverly Hills. Some early New content will be added above the current area of focus upon selectionBefore Hammer's successful music career and "rags-to-riches-to-rags-and-back saga", Burrell formed a Christian rap group with singer and musician Jon Gibson (or J.G.) known as the Holy Ghost Boy(s). Hammer and Tramaine Hawkins performed with Gibson's band, in concerts at various venues such as the Beverly Theatre in Beverly Hills. Some early songs produced were "Word", "B-Boy Chill" (a live audio performance is on YouTube) and "Stupid Def Yal" (1987). Hammer also produced "Son of the King" during this time, releasing it on his debut album Feel My Power (1986), as well as the re-released version Let's Get It Started (1988). Additionally, "The Wall" featured Hammer (a song Stanley Kirk Burrell—or K.B.—originally identified himself as M.C. Hammer), which was later released on Gibson's album Change of Heart (1988). This was CCM's first rap hit by a blue-eyed soul singer and/or duo. In addition to later remixes of early releases, Hammer produced and recorded many rap songs that were never made public, yet are now available on the Internet. Via his record labels such as Bust It Records, Oaktown Records and Full Blast—Hammer has introduced, signed and/or produced new talent including: Oaktown's 3.5.7, Ho Frat Hoo!, the vocal quintet Special Generation, Analise, James Greer, One Cause One Effect, B Angie B, The Stooge Playaz, DASIT as seen on Ego Trip's The (White) Rapper Show, Teabag, Common URead more on WikipediaIn 1991, M.C. Hammer established Oaktown Stable that would eventually have nineteen Thoroughbred racehorses. That year, his outstanding filly Lite Light won several Grade I stakes races including the prestigious Kentucky Oaks. His D. Wayne Lukas-trained colt Dance Floor won the Grade II Kentucky Jockey Club Stakes and the Breeders' FutNew content will be added above the current area of focus upon selectionIn 1991, M.C. Hammer established Oaktown Stable that would eventually have nineteen Thoroughbred racehorses. That year, his outstanding filly Lite Light won several Grade I stakes races including the prestigious Kentucky Oaks. His D. Wayne Lukas-trained colt Dance Floor won the Grade II Kentucky Jockey Club Stakes and the Breeders' Futurity Stakes in 1991, then the following year won the Fountain of Youth Stakes and finished 3rd in the 1992 Kentucky Derby. He continues to attend shows as well as many sporting events alongside celebrities. In the late 1990s into the early 2000s, along with a new clothing line called J Slick, Hammer began creating and working on M.C. Hammer USA, an interactive online portal. In 2002, Hammer signed a book contract with publishing company Simon & Schuster which called for a release the following year. However, a manuscript for an inspirational book called Enemies of the Father: Messages from the Heart on Being a Family Man (addressing the situation of African American men), for which Hammer received advance money to write, was never submitted in 2003. This resulted in Hammer being sued by the book company over claims that he never finished the book as promised. The company's March 2009 lawsuit souRead more on WikipediaAt the time of his first album, M.C. Hammer opened his own music management firm. As a result of the success of his third album, Please Hammer Don't Hurt 'Em, Hammer had amassed approximately US$33 million. New content will be added above the current area of focus upon selectionAt the time of his first album, M.C. Hammer opened his own music management firm. As a result of the success of his third album, Please Hammer Don't Hurt 'Em, Hammer had amassed approximately US$33 million. In 1997, Hammer sold his Fremont, California estate and mansion for US$5.3 million, after filing for bankruptcy in 1996. Hammer most recently resided in a large ranch-style adobe home, situated on a two-acre corner lot in Tracy, California, with his wife Stephanie. They met at a church revival meeting and married December 21, 1985. They have three sons and two daughters, and also raised Hammer's nephew. It was reported in July 20 that Hammer was encouraged to marry Whitney Houston by her father at the Super Bowl in 1991. Hammer frequently posted about his life and activities on his blog "Look Look Look", as well as other social websites such as Facebook, Myspace and Twitter (being one of the earliest celebrities to contribute and join). A self-described "super geek" who consulted for or invested in eight technology companies, Hammer claimed to spend 10– hours daily working on his technology projects, and tweeted 30–40 times a day as of 20. He has been noted as a popularizer and defender of philosophy in his social media posts. Hammer was an Read more on WikipediaBecause of his commercial success during early stages of hip hop music, BETnamed Hammer as the first "mainstream" rapper. Hammer became a fixture of the television airwaves and the big screen, with his music being used in many popular shows, movies and commercials still to this day. Hammer appeared in major marketing campaigns for companies to the point that hNew content will be added above the current area of focus upon selectionBecause of his commercial success during early stages of hip hop music, BET named Hammer as the first "mainstream" rapper. Hammer became a fixture of the television airwaves and the big screen, with his music being used in many popular shows, movies and commercials still to this day. Hammer appeared in major marketing campaigns for companies to the point that he was criticized as a "sellout", including commercials for British Knights during the height of his career. The shoe company signed him to a $138 million deal. Hammer's impression on the music industry appeared almost as instantaneously as Digital Underground's rap "The Humpty Dance," which was released when Hammer was still early in his career and included the lyrics "People say ya look like M.C. Hammer on crack, Humpty!", boasting about Hammer's showmanship versus Humpty Hump (Shock G)'s inability to match it in dance. Additionally, Hammer had several costly videos, two in particular were "Too Legit to Quit" or "2 Legit 2 Quit" (in which many celebrities appeared) and "Here Comes the Hammer". Hammer is well known for his fashion style during the late 80s and early 90s. Hammer would tour, perform and record with his hype man 2 Bigg MC or Too Big (releasing a song in which he claimed "He's the King of the Hype"). This duo iRead more on WikipediaM.C. Hammer's career in rap and entertainment has influenced and been influenced by such artists as: Kool Moe Dee; Big Daddy Kane; James Brown; Prince; Michael Jackson; Kurtis Blow; Earth, Wind & Fire; Rick James; Doug E. Fresh, who joined Hammer's Bust It Records label in 1992 and issued the album Doin' What I Gotta Dowith the track "Bustin' New content will be added above the current area of focus upon selectionM.C. Hammer's career in rap and entertainment has influenced and been influenced by such artists as: Kool Moe Dee; Big Daddy Kane; James Brown; Prince; Michael Jackson; Kurtis Blow; Earth, Wind & Fire; Rick James; Doug E. Fresh, who joined Hammer's Bust It Records label in 1992 and issued the album Doin' What I Gotta Do with the track "Bustin' Out (On Funk)" sampling the Rick James single "Bustin' Out"; Run-DMC; and Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five. Hammer was followed by related musicians such as Will Smith, dc Talk, BB Jay, Diddy (aka "Puffy" or "Puff Daddy"), Young MC, B Angie B, M.C. Brains, MC Breed, Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch, C+C Music Factory, Mystikal, Bell Biv DeVoe, Kris Kross, Ho Frat Hoo!, and Oaktown's 357. Hammer also influenced the music industry with pop culture catchphrases and slang. Some critics complained of a lack of originality in Hammer's early productions. Entertainment Weekly described "U Can't Touch This" as 'shamelessly copying its propulsive riff from Rick James ("Super Freak"). Hammer admits, "When I look at Puffy with a choir, I say, 'Sure that's a take-off of what I do." Notable feuds and beefs Hammer had with other rappers included: LL Cool J, Vanilla Ice, Too Short, Redman, 3rd Bass, Jay-Z, Eminem, A Tribe Called Quest, and Run-DMC. Several diss tracks were featured on his albums, including Let's Get It Started and The Funky Headhunter. ViewRead more on WikipediaThroughout the years, Hammer has been awarded for his music, videos and choreography. He has sold more than 50 million records worldwide . He has won three Grammy Awards (one with Rick James and Alonzo Miller) for Best Rhythm and Blues Song (1990), Best Rap Solo (1990) and Best Music Video: Long Form (1990) taken from Please Hammer Don't Hurt 'New content will be added above the current area of focus upon selectionThroughout the years, Hammer has been awarded for his music, videos and choreography. He has sold more than 50 million records worldwide . He has won three Grammy Awards (one with Rick James and Alonzo Miller) for Best Rhythm and Blues Song (1990), Best Rap Solo (1990) and Best Music Video: Long Form (1990) taken from Please Hammer Don't Hurt 'Em: The Movie. He also received eight American Music Awards, a People's Choice Award, an NAACP Image Awards and the Billboard Diamond Award (the first for a hip hop artist). The International Album of the Year validated Hammer's talent as a world-class entertainer. Additionally, Hammer was also honored with a Soul Train Music Award (Sammy Davis, Jr. Award for Entertainer of the Year) in 1991. He has also been a presenter/performer at Soul Train's Music Awards several times, including The 5th Annual Soul Train Music Awards (1991), The 9th Annual Soul Train Music Awards (1995) and Soul Train's 25th Anniversary (1995). Hammer appeared on gospel music's Stellar Awards show in 1997 and spoke of his renewed commitment to God. In the same interview, he promised to unveil the "second leg" of his career. During the 2005 MTV Video Music Awards, Hammer made a surprise appearaRead more on WikipediaWikipedia · Text under CC-BY-SA licenseFeedbackThanks!Tell us moreYouTubeMc Hammer - It's All Good (Official Video 4k - 1993) - YouTubeWatch video4:09WEBMay 17, 2021· Mc Hammer - It's All Good (Official Video 4k - 1993) - YouTube. A Time to Remember HD. 428K subscribers. Subscribed. 5.3K. 355K views 3 years ago #mchammer #popnoventas. Mc Author: Un Tiempo Para Recordar HDViews: 358.7KAlbumsWill To Live (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)2011MC Hammer: The Hits2000Greatest Hits1996Inside Out1995The Funky Headhunter1994Too Legit to Quit1991Please Hammer Don't Hurt 'Em1990Let's Get It Started1988Pray1990ArchiveMC Hammer Its All Good Official Video 4k 1993 - Archive.orgWEBMar 1, 1994· MC Hammer, real name Stanley Kirk Burrell, was born on March 30, 1962. He was successful during the 1980s and early 1990s. He was mostly known for his Tags:This isStanley Mc HammerStanley Kirk BurrellMarch 30, 1962WikipediaMC Hammer discography - WikipediaOverviewAccoladesSinglesAdditional tracksRoll Wit It EntertainmentTours and concertsExternal linksM.C. Hammer's chronological summary of accolades/awards and recognitions/nominations are as follows: • September 1989: The video for "Turn This Mutha Out" was nominated for a MTV Video Music Award for Best Rap Video.• January 1990: Won two American Music Awards for Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Artist and Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Album (Let's Get It Started) and was nominated for FavorNew content will be added above the current area of focus upon selectionM.C. Hammer's chronological summary of accolades/awards and recognitions/nominations are as follows: • September 1989: The video for "Turn This Mutha Out" was nominated for a MTV Video Music Award for Best Rap Video.• January 1990: Won two American Music Awards for Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Artist and Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Album (Let's Get It Started) and was nominated for FavoritWikipedia · Text under CC-BY-SA licenseYouTubeM.C. Hammer - U Can't Touch This - YouTubeWatch video4:WEBFeb 24, 2009· Official Music Video for U Can't Touch This performed by MC Hammer. 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