40 Years Later, Slick Rick Still Has a Story to Tell

The hip-hop pioneer talks about his first album since the Nineties, the state of hip-hop, and how he feels about ICE ...
The New York Times

Slick Rick Likes His Tea ‘Strong and British’

“It’s the English side of me that never dies,” said the pioneering wordsmith who is celebrating 40 years of hip-hop classics like “La-Di-Da-Di.” By Jonathan Abrams Hip-hop was still in its nascency ...
AllHipHop

Slick Rick’s Classic Hip-Hop Track “Children’s Story” Hits Massive Milestone

The 1988 track was certified platinum by the RIAA on Tuesday (October 21). Slick Rick received a major career milestone when the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) certified his ...
Stereogum

Slick Rick Is Only Looking Forward

There's a scene in The Sopranos where Paulie Gualtieri is sharing recycled stories over dinner. Paulie cushions his punchlines with thick bursts of nervous laughter, the New Jersey mafia captain ...
Hosted on MSN

Slick Rick's "Perfect 10" Album

Slick Rick visits Pitchfork to explain why "Presenting Dionne Warwick" is a perfect record from start to finish. Mitch McConnell warns of "big setback" for Republicans Royal train to end 156 years of ...
Forbes

Slick Rick Becomes First Golden Era Icon To Drop Cinematic Visual Album

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 13: Slick Rick attends the "Victory" Premiere during the 2025 Tribeca Festival at SVA Theater on June 13, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for ...
The Miami Times

Slick Rick returns after 26 years with ‘Victory’ album and proves hip-hop storytelling still reigns

Hip-hop legend Slick Rick is proving his creative spark is far from fading. The English-born rapper — known for his signature eye patch and masterful storytelling — returned to the booth with his ...