Menu

Post image 1
Post image 2
Post image 3
1 / 3
0

And After That Turns Funk Flex's Legendary "Otis" Rant Into Knicks Finals Streetwear

Complex | Music, Sneakers, Pop Culture, News & Shows·Mark Elibert·3 months ago
#vUFiX0wP
#complex#knicks#york#love#radio#collection
Reading 0:00
15s threshold

As the New York Knicks continue their run through the NBA Finals , streetwear label And After That has found a way to merge New York basketball culture with one of the most memorable moments in hip-hop radio history. The brand recently unveiled a Knicks-themed collection featuring several graphic tees, including one built around the legendary Funk Flex radio rant that came along with the debut of Jay-Z and Ye's 2011 hit "Otis." Printed across the front of the shirt is one particularly famous part of the rant: "New York City, you listen to me. If you're near a convenience store right now, any type of 24-hour store, go into the store right now and put your hand in the cash register for no reason. Their money is your money as of right now." The line originated during Flex's enthusiastic reaction live on the radio to the release of "Otis," the lead single from Watch the Throne . Over the years, the quote has become one of the most referenced (and parodied) moments in New York radio history.…

Continue reading — create a free account

Join HashtagPLUS to read full articles, follow hashtags, vote, and join the conversation.

Read More