It's that time of year, folks, and we here at The BoomBox know how hard it is to shop for all the people on your list. But don't fear; We've put together a holiday gift guide chock-full of ideas for all the special (or not so special) people in your life. Whether you're looking for the perfect present to impress your significant other or a simple, inexpensive item for your not-so-significant other, we've got you covered.
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Legends of Rap Trading Card Deck
$49.99
Run DMC, Kool Moe Dee, Melle Mel and Whodini are a just a few of the hip-hop legends who make up this set of 32 colorfully illustrated trading cards. Flip each one over to reveal each respective pioneer's contribution to the culture.
Skip Serato and go the easy route with this music-gaming experience that'll turn an off-beat record player into a crafty mix master in no time. Transform a bedroom into a hip-hop hotspot with over 80 mixes that include tracks from the likes of 2Pac and Bruno Mars.
Practice those stellar break-dancing moves while grooving to the sounds of James Brown's 'Get Up Offa That Thing' on this flashy radio. A fitting gift for a fan of TheBoombox.com, the retro device is compatible with iPhone and iPod.
Know every quirky detail about rappers past and present? For example, Kurtis Blow's government name or the college Fab Five Freddy attended? There's more than 100 trivia questions included in this hip-hop board game, which uses a vinyl record as the centerpiece for play.
Missed Lil Wayne while he was incarcerated in jail at Rikers Island? Stare at his tattooed face for the next 12 months with this calendar dedicated to the Young Money head honcho. Don't forget: Weezy celebrates his born day on Sept. 27.
What exactly did Jay-Z mean when he rapped, 'If Jeezy's paying LeBron, I'm paying Dwayne Wade,' on 'Empire State of Mind'? Get familiar with the stories behind some of the Brooklyn emcee's choice rhymes in this 336-page book co-written by author Dream Hampton.
This "smartpen" records audio as you write or draw, to make sure you don't miss any information when jotting down notes. With 2GB of memory, this gadget allows you to download recordings directly to your computer or upload them online to share with others.
Oh, you fancy, huh? Command the stage with a bedazzled mic that draws attention to every lyric sung. This London-based company uses Swarovski crystallizing, gold plating, chrome plating or color powder coating to enhance a performance.
Rap fans first caught wind of the callipygian-covered picture book this summer when Drake flipped through nearly every page during a Ustream chat with fans. More than 400 rotund booties from 1900 to the present are featured in the book's 372 pages.
Not only are a pair of jeans from Jay-Z's Private Reserve Denim collection a great gift, but by purchasing a pair you're also donating money to the nonprofit organization Hope for Haiti.
Get bodied in skin art without making the commitment to lifelong ink with this limited-edition collection of temporary tattoos inspired by Beyoncé and created exclusively for Deréon by Tina Knowles.
The King of Pop lives on in this deluxe box set featuring more than four hours of his iconic music videos spanning across three DVDs. Become mesmerized in his captivating dance moves with classic clips from 'Billie Jean' to 'Remember the Time.'
Your man might not be diesel, but his cologne can be. Diesel's latest Only the Brave Eau de Toilette is for fellas who want to smell manly ... like their spokesman Common.
Want to create the ultimate playlist for a loved one? Well, Marc Jacobs has created a USB storage drive in the shape of a mixtape. Add the songs, give the gift.
Skullcandy's Agent headphones are hi-fi, gigantic and come in an assortment of colors. Anyone from DJs to mass transit users will appreciate headphones like these.
Know any audiophiles who works a boring day job? Well, remind them of their number-one passion with a tape dispenser in the shape of a cassette. They'll definitely have the hippest cubicle in the office.
MiCorder is the perfect gift for anyone looking to turn anything into an MP3. It's a techie's fantasy, with the ability to record and convert any audio and plug it into any phone, MP3 player or car stereo.
This refillable notebook is good for vinyl aficionados who enjoy scribbling notes, as well. The covers offer real, classic vinyl LPs. These can't be scratched on turntables, though.
Worn by everyone from Drake to your current favorite skateboarder, the Supreme letterman jacket is a stylish standby that keeps you on the varsity team every winter.
Get the Beasties' futuristic masterpiece in four pieces of 180 gram vinyl with 21 bonus tracks and rarities. The best gift for the "intergalactic" hip-hop aficionado.
Kanye's new record isn't only the most anticipated hip-hop release of the year but the best way to introduce weary listeners to the genre's artier layers.