To celebrate and honor the rich history of Def Jam, check out 40 years through out its origin, New York City. 🗽 https://DEFJAM.lnk.to/40Map | DefJam

Mos Def introduced Kanye as “the future of hip-hop” in ‘04 on ‘Def Poetry Jam’ as ‘Ye recited “Self Conscious”, the origin of “All Falls Down” to the audience. 🔥 | DefJam

Kanye performed "18 Years" on 'Def Poetry Jam' which would later be used in the 2nd verse of "Gold Digger." | DefJam

Kanye West rocking adidas Superstars from his epic "All Falls Down" performance on Def Poetry Jam in 2004. | sneakernews.com