The ‘Spinal Tap’ of Rap: Remembering ‘CB4,’ the Satire That Skewered N.W.A

‘STRAIGHT OUTTA LOCASH’

With the N.W.A biopic Straight Outta Compton hitting theaters this week, it’s time to take a look back at Chris Rock’s cult hip-hop mockumentary CB4 that ridiculed the rap group.

Published Aug. 14 2015 3:21AM EDT

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August 14, 2015 is a day for celebration. Movie and music fans rejoice—because today not only marks the opening of the acclaimed N.W.A biopic Straight

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The ‘Spinal Tap’ of Rap: Remembering ‘CB4,’ the Satire That Skewered N.W.A

With the N.W.A biopic Straight Outta Compton hitting theaters this week, it’s time to take a look back at Chris Rock’s cult hip-hop mockumentary CB4 that ridiculed the rap group.

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