The track maintains a strong reputation among hip-hop fans for its "self-assured flow" and "absolute classic instrumental".
“"MC Hammer", the churning, Lex Luger-produced anthem from Rick Ross and guest Gucci Mane... everyone involved in the video somehow forgot that the song is hilarious.” Pitchfork · 15 years ago Rick Ross - MC Hammer Rick Ross - MC Hammer
: During the famous Verzuz battle between Rick Ross and 2 Chainz, Ross’s high-energy run of hits from this era—including "MC Hammer" and "BMF"—was cited by reviewers from Billboard as a "pummeling" display of his dominance. The track maintains a strong reputation among hip-hop
: The song uses MC Hammer as a metaphor for excessive wealth and a lavish lifestyle. Ross leans into the comparison with lines like "I got 30 cars! / Whole lotta dancers! / I take 'em everywhere! / I'm MC Hammer!" . : The song uses MC Hammer as a
Watch the official music video for Rick Ross's high-energy trap anthem featuring Gucci Mane: Rick Ross - MC Hammer YouTube• Oct 23, 2010 Reviewer Perspectives