Hip Hop Origins

Beatboxing in hip hop originated in 1980s. Its early pioneers include Doug E. Fresh, Biz Markie, and Buffy from the Fat Boys. Credits of the three include Doug E. Fresh for being the first "human beatbox", Barry B for coining the term, and Buffy perfecting the art. The term "beatboxing" is derived from the mimicry of the first generation of drum machines, then known as beatboxes.