Beastie Boys
5 songs or works across all MusicAtlas lists. Distinct recording versions remain separate.
About Beastie Boys
The Beastie Boys began in New York's hardcore punk scene before developing a rap style that retained the energy of rock performance. Licensed to Ill placed rapping alongside conspicuous guitar sounds. Paul's Boutique expanded their sampling approach, while the 1990s brought a renewed emphasis on playing instruments as well as making beats. Albums including Ill Communication and Hello Nasty show the group's range across hip-hop, funk and electronic textures. Their writing also moved beyond early provocation toward more socially engaged material.
Artist background sources
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Beastie Boys
Supports New York punk origins, rap and sampling development, live instrumentation, named albums and changing lyrical concerns; museum display dates not used as release evidence. | Retrieved 2026-10-17
Profile reviewed: 2026-10-17. Artist background does not establish a song's creative origin or release date.
All songs for this credit
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- (2004*) Ch-Check It Out
- (year unknown) Intergalactic
- (year unknown) Paul Revere
- (1994*) Sabotage
- (year unknown) (You Gotta) Fight for Your Right (To Party!)
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