LL COOL J Unveils Famous Audi 5000 For First Time in 36 Years

#RockTheBells Founder and Hip-Hop legend LL COOL J was officially inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on October 31, 20121, for his monumental contributions to Hip-Hop music and popular culture during the span of his almost 40-year career.
The Queens emcee’s 1986 Audi 5000, featured in the iconic cover of his 1987 sophomore album Bigger and Deffer, was added as an installment in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame museum in Cleveland, Ohio.
Congratulations to LL COOL J for being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame! Make sure to catch the Rock Hall ceremony airing on HBO on Saturday, November 20. #RockHall2021
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[@dex.cameron1855]

Back then, when somebody said, "I'm Audi 5000", that meant I'm out, bouncing, or leaving. Cool J coined so many phrases back then. Peace L ✌🏽

[@BrooklynRival7718]

Facts

[@jeffreyblocker7371]

*His phrases are still relevant today. G.O.A.T. 🐐*

[@Mrbungleface0u818]

Damn I remember that

[@moesizlack7032]

I didnt even know where that came from ig its cuz i was born in 90 thats a fun fact tho lol thanks.

[@jeffreyblocker7371]

@@moesizlack7032 z Did you know he created G.O.A.T.

[@patricktaitt4642]

I remember him buying this car. I worked parts at Koeppel Porsche Audi on northern Blvd and all the salesmen thought he was a drug dealer at first. One of my parts guys John knew was right away because he was a musician. Respect to this Brother. He did and continues to do great.

[@jaymack9442]

I remember that dealership. They also owned the VW spot on Northern and Broadway I would go there, there was a blue Wolfsburg edition Jetta on the show room floor I wanted to buy. I worked my ass off only to get my first lesson in needing credit. Today I drive an Audi A8L and that feeling he talked about is exactly how I felt driving it out the dealership.

[@doyleross751]

I remember seeing this car in a documentary sitting in the driveway behind his mom's place I believe and my first thought was...that would be so cool if he restored it. And to see it restored to its prime is bad ass.

[@coopersworld8782]

@R Robert Our leaders pushed for an honest and realistic representation of our people by way of Hollywood in the late 70s. However, blaxploitation was at an all time high. Hundreds of films were produced by men with an agenda. And they succeeded. It is unfortunate for everyone that these films did far worse than perpetuate African American stereotypes, they “introduced” these stereotypes to millions around the world. Including our own people.

[@domkraggp9944]

What year did he buy the Audi ?

[@anthonywhite7873]

Maaaaan I'm bout ta cry🥺

[@cheesun124]

Good to see Caz doing his thing too

[@NWOODS000]

Yo he surprised me on that Kay Slay 101 emcees. He definitely did his thing.

[@selassiesuntstv7040]

Respect that's the big homie from da hood 1600 to be exact

[@johan01030709]

Facts

[@shotgun517]

Gotta love seeing the OG Caz alive and well, much respect to the pioneers!

[@iluvbiggirlz420]

That album cover is still one of the best covers ever!

[@angelmelendez2468]

That and RADIO

[@Jame6999]

That was Andrew Jackson highschool. Think they call it magnet campus now

[@richardadlam7351]

Ladies Love Cool James. Peace people

[@dancruz2311]

his best album

[@prof3ssor178]

@@angelmelendez2468 Pure classic!!! Rick Rubin on the production

[@MRMAN-wb1tv]

*UMMMM AUDI YALL DROPPED THE BALL ON THIS ONE!!! AUDI definitely should've been involved in this restoration.*

[@c.w.6059]

Right

[@cuinican1980]

So true

[@JEDASE]

Can’t get frustrated even when its frustrating 💪🏿👊🏿

[@xtraphilip]

I take that for the day

[@NWOODS000]

Gotta take a breath, laugh it off, charge it to the game and get back to it.

[@MikeJones-tx6iu]

I can remember rockin I’m Bad in my Audi. In high school I had a gray 1979 5000S first ...then switched to a black 1984 5000 Turbo with gold BBS rims, when I graduated. That thing was cold 🥶. Shout out L.L. a true pioneer ✊🏾❗️

[@thir13enthour]

@@Jstrikez300 right. They weren’t just looks. They were light and had a profile that helped with performance. Any time you can save on rotational weight in a vehicle you impact all aspects of performance. Acceleration, braking, MPH and handling all get a slight bump. And they mimicked a spoked rim… slick af.

[@Craig-fg1hm]

I remember back in the day my pops had a silver 1984 Audi 5000S with the Modern 5 Stars on that mug and a black 1982 BMW 320is with the gold BBS wheels on it. Them joints were dope AF! God I wish he kept them cars. That BMW was the truth though...that was the M3 before there was a M3. S Pack baby!!!

[@sbelbey]

I saw L in that Audi on Hillside when I was a kid. Peace to L. Peace to Queens.

[@mentallightspeed]

That was just beautiful..being 49 years old I felt 14 all over again...that was some tear jerking shyt! Congratulations on all your success LL..your mother is proud I'm sure.

[@izzcarrasco]

LL is the man, glad to see they restored a little pc of his history . I don't think he will ever let go of that Audi 5000. Bad ass car.

[@AM-dl7ot]

Yeah, Quattro 2.2l version is probably the best 4x4 sedan of all time, you can do better off-roading, than these new SUVs. I used to drive through rivers with this car. lol

[@diyoverhauler5432]

This dude and his music got me through child hood and helped me get over my fear of talking to girls and gave me so much hope and confidence. My idol.

[@thereasonwhy5188]

Idol? Smh

[@mdcool3487]

Real talk

[@whataderk]

He bought his mom a car and house first before himself. LL Cool J a real one.

[@BitcoinKal]

Respect 👊🏽

[@rolexandrealestate]

That’s a fact

[@everettelawsoniii5115]

Incredible.. I remember seeing this joint in his grandmoms' driveway on Dunkirk for YEARS.. He was not lying by any stretch of the imagination. 💯🥂🙏🏽✊🏽💣

[@gothamcitymuzik]

She lived on ilion

[@hectorcalderon3011]

@@gothamcitymuzik i remember him standing on sutphin blvd where the Q40 Q9 and the Q6 bus stops were and he was always smiling and had fresh gear on

[@MrsTeel-rz2ui]

Growing up in the NYC and watching hip hop evolve was a great experience. Park jams, DJs spinning on the ones and twos and the MCeees. The best time ever. I remember the red Audi 5000 in the neighborhood. also remember LL getting jacked for his gold chains and he’d laugh, leave and come right back with another chain. Congrats to him and his determination and success.

[@UncleDave330]

Do you remember the dude he's talking about fighting ? That was Shane from Hollis !

[@m.m307]

Yess the Audi 5000, Benz 190E and of course the Saab 9000s

[@anthonyarcanumsanctumregnu9551]

I'm from NYC too and have been part of the culture for many years as a Graffiti writer, I was a tagger and bomber not one for pretty pieces lol but anyway NYC created this culture and I hate the fact that other states and countries don't give us that respect anymore to the point of Lil Wayne saying F new York and not being banned from the culture.

[@NWOODS000]

@Anthony Arcanum Sanctum Regnum I agree. If we treated it like a culture instead of an industry it would be more powerful and better creatively, because there would be standards to meet and rules or traditions to uphold.

[@BigDapPacino]

I remember when LL had the red Maserati TC ...with gold metal trim ...he put the BBS wheels on that jizzoint!

[@davidmitchell3997]

He had this car for 30+ years! Most rappers back then would trade-in cars left and right. Upgrading to a 560 Benz coupe from a 9000 saab droptop was common. But for someone like LL to keep a car he came up in for 30 years deserves nothing but respect!

[@juankelly1004ify]

I grew in Southside Jamaica Queens and went to Hillcrest High School in the late 80's and it was nothing to see LL in this same Audi and his white Benz riding around our school. It literally was like there go LL!!! Once or twice a week.

[@headedforthegrammys]

I was born in ‘88 My parents had an Audi5000 🚙 I broke the key 🔑 in the ignition when I was 3yrs old trying to drive it. 🤣 #Brooklyn #Salute

[@ziggyzeke6256]

I saw LL riding in that brand new red Audi on Jamaica ave when I was working for the old Post Office on Archer ave between Jamaica ave and Sutphin Blvd 34 years ago.

[@smartphone4stupidpeople815]

LL always keeping it 100. One of New York's Finest.

[@Cuffski]

Grandmaster Caz !!! I'm so happy that Caz is starting to get accolades, recognition, and opportunity that he so richly deserves. In my opinion LL and Caz are in my Top 10 in no particular order. I'm from Chicago and the Hip Hop culture touched down in my town without the internet or social media, but word of mouth from hood to hood.

[@bryanfews5295]

Straight facts Caz is a legend as well ,in the 80s with his crew the cold crush ,they were dropping bars in the park 🔥 great times !

[@1995RangeRover]

Caz and Cool J...2 legends of microphone wizardry! Salute!! The 5000 is looking sweet!!

[@amardaman3371]

What a classic car. Back then loads of rappers used to rap I'm Audi 5000 !!!

[@DJ--ALLDAY]

💡 YO... I remember being a kid mid 80's, going on "The Ave" (Jamaica Avenue) with my mom to buy sneakers and I was like "mom that's LL in that car" - she was like "who❓❓" "You and your rap songs records" and she shook her head 🤣😂🤣 But next week bought my first TurnTables 😁

[@BlackKanoli]

This was dope, that Audi 5000 is super clean.

[@shirtkings757]

Word up. This car is a icon by itself. Congrats LL from Shirt Kings Va. My mentor Jef Star painted the Famous LLcoolj Audi shirt... Mighty Shirt Kings Queens Ny

[@qaskew1]

Caz and LL. man I ❤ Hip Hop!!!

[@johnnybrown4052]

That Audi is fire 🔥🔥

[@don.c.1056]

🎤🎤🎤🎤🎤 Thank you, LL, for the memories. The most impressive thing I always was in awe of was your lyricism at such a young age. You spit rhymes on your songs as if you were battling EVERYBODY. You were never lazy about having the dopest production, writing your lyrics and delivering them with passion on wax and in concert. I felt you gave me my money’s worth and my time well spent. I have prayed for your continued success and supported your music, movies and shows. I can truly say “I love you, my brother.” Even though I haven’t met you yet. I subscribed instantly so I can check out your latest endeavor “Rock the Bells.” I think you should buy the Troop company and hire me to redesign the clothing and kicks! Ha. Peace god M.C. 🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐

[@derekhenderson7546]

I remember when LL use to ride around in this car back in the day Love and respect to you LL always Farmers Blvd the rock stand up Northside O.C.P. Congrats LL cool J

[@aronbennett4760]

I love these classic Audi's. I'm glad LL held on to it for so long.

[@aakim58]

ICON. I saw LL perform at the ROXY in 1984 and the only joint he had was “I Need a Beat”. Beautiful times back then.

[@earlputnal9124]

Still the freshest icon in hip hop. You're still one of the godfathers that stands for greatness in the art. Congrats LL. Peace to you and the family my brother. With hope and many more blessings. Amen.

[@donttripp]

I needed this......this energy....this vibe.....I work at a hospital in California and a patient had just swung and spit and peed in the direction of me and other staff....I'm on my lunch break trying to calm down and this help.....love is love

[@Addi_Teacha509]

Come to FL

[@quinnterriabrown]

HIP-HOP!!!

[@astonmarjo]

Dude... Same here, I had an Audi 5000s and it was so clean. Back then really made me feel like somebody even though it was second hand.... Hell it was mine. Awesome 👍😎🌟🌟🌟💯🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@generationsholdingsinc8507]

Salute to LL ! Truly a Living Legend

[@menketrakush8379]

LL Cool J is Living Legend Iconic respect

[@dronepilot260rc]

Audi is still a top brand in the automotive world to this day. He knew what he was doing when he bought this car back then. #salute

[@YoungoneYoung-lm4xe]

I still want the Audi 5000!!

[@AlabamaPoe]

When I was a kid my favorite car was a lexus... Guess what!!! I got me one now!!! I was more excited for that than I was when I bought my first house...

[@derrickjohnson2531]

That ride still lookin' good!

[@ShowseeTravels]

Man, you have always been Rock Solid. I’m sure that there were issues along the way, but the World was never affected. Your energy, your example, and your influence deserves the Recognition. Thanks LL 🙏

[@1CHOZN7]

My favorite MC of all time!!! LL made me pick up the 🎤! Goat🔥🔥🔥

[@misterjahi]

GOAT induction. Reminding us all of the attitude and determination that built not only Def Jam, but gave us all a culture to be a part of and real life superheroes. You had to be a teenager in 1984 to overstand. #Classic

[@jeffreyblocker7371]

@@driverman9528 Of course not. He created the acronym G.O.A.T. 😂💯💯💯💯

[@kirbyaugustine761]

Living Legend Cool James still providing inspiration all these years later. It’s a beautiful thing.

[@monocomo1675]

Sometimes staying humble and respect can take u far in life 🙏

[@marvinbenjamin.]

I remember riding around in one of those as kid and you can't forget the Saab turbo drop top.

[@JAYBLAK00]

Saab 900 was the shit! I’m from Boston so we was rocking the jeeps, jettas, Supra’s, etc. I loved growing up in the 70’s and 80’s

[@carme83]

Super epic!!!!!! LL still looks young and the part with him and his wife was so beautiful true ❤ u really u don't see that much in this day and time!!! Gotta get back to that old school real love!!!!!

[@nicholasali2182]

HE'S SOMETHING LIKE A PHENOMENON 💯HE'S BAD💯BEEN GOATED FOR A VERY LONG TIME ✅RESPECT FROM 🇨🇦 AND LOVE ❤

[@fatheranalyze5373]

Very dope Audi’s was rare back then my aunt had 1 first car that I seen with a detachable face radio.

[@rasheedvitalis]

That’s super dope. L.L. is definitely the G.O.A.T

[@ronaldsmith6871]

LL is one Bro that always made good music i remember him at the taste of Chicago for free he did all hits passed out red Roses to the ladies threw a Lil Cash out too but he gave us a really exciting Show!! Thank's LL Cool J.

[@CatherineArmour01]

i was there!! they got him last minute because another headliner (cant remember who) dropped out. it was great!

[@RONALD......]

👍🏾🎶First time i recorded a song from the radio onto a jvc cassette was This mans song.."My Radio"..and kept stopping and starting the cassette so i could write the lyrics down... i was 17 at time...👍🏾Rappers that grew up in the 80s became rappers because of Ladys Love Kool Jay..💽🎶🎼🎤🎛👍🏾 Pioneering Rap Goat..🐐

[@mgdulan4756]

Still looks beautiful even after 36 years!

[@LATQueens]

I knew I wasn't going crazy when I saw that tree limb growing out of the back of that car. That car was sitting in that driveway for years.

[@billiondollarbaby973]

That’s how we would say I’m leaving or leaving quickly since the 80’s. We would say I’m Audi 5000, to I’m Audi, to I’m 5000, I’m 5 thou, now we just say I’m 5G’s. I’m surprised he did mention that. If you from NY or Jersey, you know.

[@will_cashgrow2294]

I remember that saying in Baltimore we used that too lol even on Ice Cube skit on the death certificate album called Robin Lench supposed to be Robin Leach he uses it at the end of the skit and also on the Predator album with the title song called the Predator he samples...yo I'm audi but I'll be back

[@lancerivora9325]

I'm from the South and I remember we used to say that too.

[@adon31997]

LEGENDS!!!!🎤💯✊🏿💪🏿

[@qewhiteside]

Grandmaster Caz is a real Grandmaster of HIP HOP #respect

[@Narripurplepassion28]

This is so amazing I love it congratulations love it 💜💜

[@claythomas8556]

I did I'm Bad at a school talent show when it came out ...won 150 ...best feeling in my life...love u man ....Shadyside La.....the 🐐

[@curtis75black]

Now this is fire !!!

[@jamalrobinson2159]

Priceless classic 💷💷💷

[@CesarHernandez-uh9ri]

Wow that what up didn't get nothing for him but got mommy dukes a car and house much respect LL

[@geneliving4726]

I really enjoyed watching 👀 this LL was my inspiration ever since I saw how he bust into the Def Jam studio in Krush Groove . LL No.1 4 ever .

[@polotov7]

LL such humble person deserves everything he has earned

[@darwinlemon2963]

Cool J came a long way Proud of you bruh

[@vincepreston9304]

That was dope! Love Hip Hop I wish they would show some love to part of the culture that never gets mentioned though The Graffiti Artist! Shout out to The Shirt kings and TATS CRU!

[@Exploratorium360]

Very gentle and humble guy ! This is the type of person we need for rhis generation ! Inspiring person for your future regardless what you eant do for your future 👍 Congratulations L L for all your success in life !

[@hudson5506]

CONGRATULATIONS "LL"!

[@LegacyBridge]

Classic material! Classic album cover! Classic rebuild! Exquisite and intricate lyrics! I learned from listening to LL. #llcoolj #rap #hiphop #cassettes #defjam #history

[@trueselfpeaceallah2464]

Peace. L.L. Cool J was and is most definitely a humongous influential and integral part of Hip-Hop and inspiration in life. Shout out to Grand Master Caz. He was the 1st generation of lyricism and variations to rhyme patterns when M.C.ing was still evolving from it's most basic form. Kool Moe Dee came later but in the same era then chronologically Melle Mel. Those are the architects who were the influences to L.L. Cool J, Rakim, Big Daddy Kane, Kool G Rap and KRS-One respectfully. These are the M.C.s that made flow and word play prevalent and influenced ALL future generations without them even realizing that techniques they take as being common and use freely were the contributions of the before mentioned M.C.s that either were non existent or not prevalent before they added on to the cipher. They (the latter of the 2 generations of M.C.s) were able to take it to the next level at a time when Rap and Hip-Hop culture was starting to prove itself to be more than just a fad.

[@Cuffski]

Well stated !!!!

[@Exploratorium360]

Wow 👍 I'm overwhelmed

[@omglivetv1]

I think you might be mistaken buddy... Spoonie G and The Treacherous 3 even The Furious 5 were rocking all at the same time.. Some may have had more traction than others.

[@jamesmartin4597]

LL is a inspiration TRUE LEGEND PERIOD

[@Exploratorium360]

A lot of respect of L L man ! I grow up listening to his music 🎶 very inspiring dude for the new generation. If Incould go back and start all over again i would follow his foot step 🚶

[@larrytan73]

Rock The Bells I thank you for making Grandmaster Caz apart of this.He is the first real spitter and still is

[@jayskicksnfits9372]

*a part* , not apart.

[@fatheranalyze5373]

Shoutout to grandmaster Caz as well a legend

[@KEVVIE37]

He wrote some of Run Dmc classics hit. My favorite was can you rock it like this!!

[@ericanderson7059]

All these years of having Bigger & Deffer on cassette I never paid attention to the car and always thought it was the Jaguar XJS from the Bad video ( which was a better car btw ) especially given LL's big cat persona . Congrats Mr. Smith .

[@willg.5168]

I thought it was that Jag as well

[@andrerichards6432]

I remember this, that album cover was incredible to us growing up when it came out, the Audi, taking the picture in front of Andrew Jackson, the Troop sneakers. People also forget that LL was the first rapper with Jordans on his feet on the Radio back cover. Kane had the Jordans 3’s on his cover, KRS had the first Jordan 3’s in black in the Philosophy video and wore Nike Air Max originals on the back cover. LL use to come around the way also in a pearl white Benz with a black ragtop.

[@TheRealDogs]

LL is just nice everytime

[@BadTV1993]

my first car was an AUDI quattro b/c of LL..I love this

[@darrenedwards6705]

Much respect to LL....and congrats...audi 5000 thats official...good interview...Young people ....put work in your craft..authentic rap in 80's and 90...new york rap muesem..

[@issadiawara38]

Pure spirit energy don’t lie bro 💪🏾

[@rashodlewis2918]

This is dope!

[@gibsonfranchise]

Dope piece determination love to my big bro LL hope in the future my clothing company inspire state of mind could collaborate with rock the bells 🙌🏾🙏🏾👍🏾💯 I’m speaking into existence

[@lordfigo9760]

Always respect to you uncle LL

[@chieflumbee552]

GOAT mic drop😁😁

[@jimmydiligent500]

LL was always a beast

[@fabianreid2272]

Lots of love and admiration for that dude and I wish him long life and good health. LL, be bless.

[@mundo3539]

One of best lyricist if all time l.l.cool j been a fan since day one and will always be

[@khannwolf4240]

Im so happy for you bro , LLCOOLJ may you and your family continue being blessed and may the ancestors continue watching over you and your family. ❤

[@phil5301]

Congrats Todd!!! G.O.A.T.🔥🔥🔥🔥⚘⚘⚘⚘

[@1BoiHot]

LL been Genuine Since day one

[@kincamell2]

Much Gratitude

[@jeremiahlangille]

This is awesome man. I’m never gonna get rid of my Audi 90 Quattro

[@djsinless]

LL Cool J is a pillar. Been in my top 2 (Only 2nd to RUN-DMC) and will hold that spot forever. Much love and respect to the GOAT!

[@rochelleakins8159]

Long overdue, LL deserves his place in HIP HOP HALL OF FAME. IT'S Official THE GOAT IS HERE! FORGET OREOS EAT COOL J. COOKIES I'M BAD.

[@michaelashcraft8569]

I am HAPPY to see L.L. , as well as seeing him reunite with his Ride!!

[@nicholasali2182]

And I'm Audi 5000 G✌🏿

[@epiphany373]

❤

[@samangius6424]

Rock The Bell is my jam..love me some LL