LL Cool J Rocks VMAs with Public Enemy and New Album Release

The hip-hop icon celebrated Def Jam's 40th anniversary with a medley of hits and new tracks from his first album in over a decade.

LL Cool J performed at the MTV Video Music Awards for the first time in nearly 30 years, celebrating Def Jam's 40th anniversary.
The rapper's performance featured a surprise appearance by Public Enemy's Chuck D and Flavor Flav.
LL Cool J's set included classics like 'Headsprung,' 'Mama Said Knock You Out,' and 'Doin' It,' alongside new songs 'Passion' and 'Proclivities' from his latest album, The FORCE.
Busta Rhymes introduced LL Cool J, praising him as a hip-hop innovator and mentor.
The FORCE, LL Cool J's first album in over a decade, features collaborations with Eminem, Busta Rhymes, Saweetie, and others.