50 years after the birth of the genre, hip-hop is still influencing streetwear. Nike shoes have always been an integral part of this culture—both influencing and being influenced by iconic musicians, artists and fans. Celebrate half a century of art and culture with platinum and gold records on your soles and metallic grey details on the upper to match. Lace up and get spinning. Throw Ya Hands Up 11 August 1973 is known as the day hip-hop was born. Music makers and lovers came together at 1520 Sedgwick Avenue for the now famous "Back to School Jam", which changed the course of music history and helped kick off the movement that became hip-hop as we know it. Walk This Way Elevate your look to platinum status with a microphone charm as well as gold and platinum records on the pivot points of the outsole. Rapper's Delight The sockliner features a Nike logo inspired by the "Parental Advisory" label, and the tongue features a logo that pays homage to classic performer posters. More Benefits * Leather in the upper ages to soft perfection. * Originally designed for performance hoops, the Nike Air cushioning adds lasting comfort. Product Details * Padded collar * Foam midsole * Perforations on the toe * Rubber sole Air Force 1 Debuting in 1982 as a basketball must-have, the Air Force 1 came into its own in the '90s. The clean look of the classic white-on-white AF-1 was endorsed from the basketball courts to the street and beyond. Finding its rhythm in hip-hop culture, releasing limited collabs and colourways, Air Force 1 became an iconic sneaker around the globe. And with over 2,000 iterations of this staple, its impact on fashion, music and sneaker culture can't be denied.