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MC Hammer

  • March 30, 1962M C Hammer, [Stanley Kirk Burrell], Oakland Ca, rapper (Hammer Time) was born
  • January 28, 199118th American Music Award: M C Hammer & Janet Jackson
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MC Hammer, born Stanley Kirk Burrell on March 30, 1962, in Oakland, California, is an American rapper known for his energetic style and dance performances. He gained fame in the late 1980s and early 1990s, becoming a prominent figure in hip hop with his hit "Hammer Time." MC Hammer's influence extended beyond music into popular culture during this era. He was recognized at the 18th American Music Awards in 1991, an event that also featured Janet Jackson. His contributions helped shape the rap genre during a formative period in its history.

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