MC Lyte
MC, DJ, CEO, DIRECTOR, VO TALENT PRODUCER, PHILANTHROPIST
Trailblazer & Hip-Hop Pioneer
From Brooklyn’s streets to hip-hop’s center stage, MC Lyte shattered ceilings and redefined the game. MC Lyte is one of the most respected and influential female hip-hop artists of all time.
From Brooklyn’s streets to hip-hop’s center stage, MC Lyte shattered ceilings and redefined the game. MC Lyte is one of the most respected and influential female hip-hop artists of all time.
She made history as:
The first female rapper to perform at Carnegie Hall
The first solo female rapper nominated for a Grammy
The first female rapper to receive a gold single
The first female solo rapper inducted into VH1's Hip Hop Honors
The first female rapper to perform at Carnegie Hall
The first solo female rapper nominated for a Grammy
The first female rapper to receive a gold single
The first female solo rapper inducted into VH1's Hip Hop Honors
Her music continues to inspire generations, and her contributions to the culture have cemented her legacy as a true pioneer in hip-hop.
Her music continues to inspire generations, and her contributions to the culture have cemented her legacy as a true pioneer in hip-hop.
Awards & Recognitions
MC Lyte’s trailblazing career has earned her numerous accolades, including:
MC Lyte’s trailblazing career has earned her numerous accolades, including:
BET "I Am Hip Hop" Icon Award – The ONLY female solo hip-hop artist to receive this honor
VH1 Hip Hop Honors Inductee – First solo female rapper recognized
First Female Hip-Hop Artist to Perform at the White House
BET "I Am Hip Hop" Icon Award – The ONLY female solo hip-hop artist to receive this honor
VH1 Hip Hop Honors Inductee – First solo female rapper recognized
First Female Hip-Hop Artist to Perform at the White House
Her influence extends far beyond music, making her one of the most celebrated figures in entertainment.
Her influence extends far beyond music, making her one of the most celebrated figures in entertainment.
MC Lyte: Noochie's Live From The Front Porch
A Voice That Moves Millions
MC Lyte's unmistakable voice powered global campaigns, making brands and culture come alive. Lyte has also been the voice behind major national campaigns for brands like. Her unmistakable voice has narrated countless award shows, Super Bowl campaigns, and cultural moments.
MC Lyte's unmistakable voice powered global campaigns, making brands and culture come alive. Lyte has also been the voice behind major national campaigns for brands like. Her unmistakable voice has narrated countless award shows, Super Bowl campaigns, and cultural moments.
MC Lyte - Thank You (Official Music Video) ft. Mary Mary, Muni Long
MC Lyte, Salt+, Big Daddy Kane, Raheem DeVaughn - Woman
Listen to Woman by MC Lyte, Salt+, Big Daddy Kane, Raheem DeVaughn.
Listen to Woman by MC Lyte, Salt+, Big Daddy Kane, Raheem DeVaughn.
"Backstage" with DJ Jazzy Jeff & MC Lyte | Presented by Cadillac
LYTE, CAMERA, ACTION!
With effortless charisma, MC Lyte transitioned from rap royalty actress, director and executive producer in TV and film.
First Look: "Ladies First: A Story of Women in Hip-Hop"
