Rakim Concert History

Rakim (pronounced rah-KIM) (Born William Michael Griffin Jr. on January 28, 1968 in Long Island, New York, USA) is an American rapper and pioneer of the musical genre of hip hop. He is consistently cited as one of the most skilled (and top amongst the most influential) MCs of all time due to his exceptional flow and complex lyrical craftsmanship, he revolutionized hip-hop lyricism with his complex flow, elaborate metaphors and rapid delivery. Together with Eric B, he released a number of classic albums between 1987 and 1992.

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Rakim Tours & Concerts (Updated for 2026) (Page 16)

Date Concert Venue Location
Aug 06, 2016
Brother Ali / Hypnotic Brass Ensemble / Phenom / Vic Mensa / Yuna / Rakim

Takin' it to the Streets

Marquette Park Chicago, Illinois, United States
Jul 28, 2016
Rakim The Vogue Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Jul 16, 2016
Rakim The Howard Theatre Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Jul 15, 2016
Rakim Baltimore Soundstage Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Jul 14, 2016
Rakim Union Transfer Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Jul 13, 2016
Rakim B.B. King Blues Club New York, New York, United States
Jul 12, 2016
Rakim B.B. King Blues Club New York, New York, United States
Jul 09, 2016
Rakim House of Independents Asbury Park, New Jersey, United States
Jul 08, 2016
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The Wellmont Theater Montclair, New Jersey, United States
Jul 07, 2016
Rakim Downstairs, The Middle East Restaurant and Nightclub Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
Jul 01, 2016
Rakim / Keith Murray / Mr. Cheeks / Brand Nubian The Strand Providence, Rhode Island, United States
Jun 12, 2016
Rakim Brick at Blue Star Arts Complex San Antonio, Texas, United States
Jun 11, 2016
Boom Bash
"Boom Bash" / Rakim / Bone Thugs-N-Harmony / M.C. Lyte / Naughty By Nature / Monie Love / DJ Quik
The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion The Woodlands, Texas, United States
Jun 04, 2016
tony toni tone / Rakim Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States
May 27, 2016
Rakim Town Ballroom Buffalo, New York, United States
May 26, 2016
Rakim Park West Chicago, Illinois, United States
May 06, 2016
Rakim The Norva Norfolk, Virginia, United States
May 01, 2016
Tom Joyner Fantastic Voyage
"Tom Joyner Fantastic Voyage" / Charlie Wilson / New Edition / Faith Evans / The Bar-Kays / Tony Terry / Jon B / Rakim / Big Daddy Kane / Rob Base / Harold Melvin's Bluenotes / 112 / Total / Carl Thomas / Con Funk Shun / Dazz Band / Brick / Steve Arrington / Glenn Jones / Michael Cooper / Case / Christopher Williams / DJ Quik / Black Sheep / Dana Dane / KWAMÉ / DJ Kool / Positive K / Mr. Cheeks / Whodini / Eddie Holman / Blue Magic / The New Stylistics Feat. Russell Thompkins Jr. Show all bands
Carnival Cruise Line - Carnival Breeze Miami, Florida, United States
Apr 30, 2016
Tom Joyner Fantastic Voyage
"Tom Joyner Fantastic Voyage" / Charlie Wilson / New Edition / Faith Evans / The Bar-Kays / Tony Terry / Jon B / Rakim / Big Daddy Kane / Rob Base / Harold Melvin's Bluenotes / Total / Carl Thomas / Dazz Band / Brick / Con Funk Shun / Steve Arrington / Glenn Jones / Michael Cooper / Case / Christopher Williams / DJ Quik / Black Sheep / Dana Dane / KWAMÉ / DJ Kool / Positive K / Mr. Cheeks / Whodini / Eddie Holman / Blue Magic / The New Stylistics Feat. Russell Thompkins Jr. Show all bands
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Carnival Cruise Line - Carnival Breeze Miami, Florida, United States
Apr 29, 2016
Tom Joyner Fantastic Voyage
"Tom Joyner Fantastic Voyage" / Charlie Wilson / New Edition / Faith Evans / The Bar-Kays / Tony Terry / Jon B / Rakim / Big Daddy Kane / Rob Base / Harold Melvin's Bluenotes / Total / 112 / Carl Thomas / Con Funk Shun / Dazz Band / Brick / Steve Arrington / Glenn Jones / Michael Cooper / Case / Christopher Williams / DJ Quik / Black Sheep / Dana Dane / KWAMÉ / DJ Kool / Positive K / Mr. Cheeks / Whodini / Eddie Holman / Blue Magic / The New Stylistics Feat. Russell Thompkins Jr. Show all bands
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Carnival Cruise Line - Carnival Breeze Miami, Florida, United States

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Kanye West / Ye / Nas / Rakim / KRS-One
Dec 10, 2006
 New York, New York, United States
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Kanye West / Ye / Nas / Rakim / KRS-One
Dec 10, 2006
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Rock the Bells 2008 on Aug 16, 2008 [362-small]

Rock the Bells 2008
Aug 16, 2008
 Mountain View, California, United States
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Rock the Bells 2008 on Aug 16, 2008 [361-small]

Rock the Bells 2008
Aug 16, 2008
 Mountain View, California, United States
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Rakim on Jul 30, 2023 [545-small]

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Jul 30, 2023
 Napa, California, United States
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Rakim / Rhymefest / DJ Kool Herc on Nov 19, 2009 [246-small]

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Nov 19, 2009
 New York, New York, United States
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Nov 19, 2009
 New York, New York, United States
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Nov 19, 2009
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Nov 19, 2009
 New York, New York, United States
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Genres:

Hip Hop
Rap
East Coast Hip Hop
Hardcore Hip Hop
Gangster Rap
Old School Hip Hop
New York
Old School
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Latest Setlist (05/31/2026):

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  1. Grim Freestyle
  2. Trunks
  3. HIGHJACK
  4. ORDER OF PROTECTION
  5. HELICOPTER
  6. STOLE YA FLOW
  7. A$AP Forever
  8. STOP SNITCHING
  9. PLAYA
  10. Tailor Swif
  11. RIOT (Rowdy Pipe'n)
  12. STFU
  13. PUNK ROCKY
  14. Sundress
  15. Praise the Lord (Da Shine)
  16. GEMSTONEZ ITZ THA GR1M
  17. Slob on My Knob / Plain Jane / No Limit
  18. DECEMBER 31ST
  19. Yamborghini High
  20. Telephone Calls
  21. Hella Hoes
  22. Purple Swag
  23. Peso
  24. LVL
  25. Wassup
  26. Goldie
  27. Fuckin' Problems
  28. Fashion Killa
  29. Everyday
  30. Jukebox Joints
  31. L$D
  32. DON'T BE DUMB

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Concerts Per Year:

2026 31 concerts
2025 13 concerts
2024 34 concerts
2023 55 concerts
2022 53 concerts
2021 17 concerts
2020 10 concerts
2019 22 concerts
2018 27 concerts
2017 32 concerts
2016 34 concerts
2015 33 concerts
2014 40 concerts
2013 36 concerts
2012 15 concerts
2011 37 concerts
2010 17 concerts
2009 24 concerts
2008 15 concerts
2007 29 concerts
2006 39 concerts
2004 1 concert
2002 2 concerts
2000 1 concert
1998 7 concerts
1997 1 concert
1987 1 concert
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