Whether it’s bragging about having the hottest sneaker line, metaphoric word play, or just flexing, sneaker references have long been ubiquitous in hip hop. From entire songs about sneakers like Run-D.M.C.’s “My Adidas,” to endorsement deals, rappers have not just embraced sneaker culture; they’ve helped create it. To test your knowledge of footwear references in lyrics, we’ve compiled a list of some of our favorite sneaker-related bars in the quiz below.
