MC Lyte
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. 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
Her music continues to inspire generations, and her contributions to the culture have cemented her legacy as a true pioneer in hip-hop.
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
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:
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.
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
Her influence extends far beyond music, making her one of the most celebrated figures in entertainment.
The Sound Of Influence
From AT&T to McDonald’s, 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:
VH1 Hip Hop Honors
Nike
NAACP Image Awards
EMMY's
GRAMMY Awards
BET Awards
Coca-Cola
NFL Superbowl
McDonald’s
and more
Her unmistakable voice has narrated countless award shows, Super Bowl campaigns, and cultural moments.
From AT&T to McDonald’s, 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:
VH1 Hip Hop Honors
Nike
NAACP Image Awards
EMMY's
GRAMMY Awards
BET Awards
Coca-Cola
NFL Superbowl
McDonald’s
and more
Her unmistakable voice has narrated countless award shows, Super Bowl campaigns, and cultural moments.
LYTE, CAMERA, ACTION!
