Chance the Rapper Pays an ‘SNL’ Tribute to Obama in This Run-D.M.C.-Themed Christmas Parody

With Rev Run and DMC making a cameo appearance.

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Appearing on SNL last night, Chance the Rapper channeled his best inner Run-D.M.C. as he parodied the legendary rap group’s “Christmas in Hollis.” With Keenan Thompson and Leslie Jones joining in on the fun, the Chicago-based rapper thought to celebrate Barack Obama’s last Christmas in office by highlighting the good he has accomplished throughout his storied eight-year tenure as president. Check out the video above to see Chance in action.

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