The Benjamins | All About

The phrase is a major cultural touchstone that spans slang, hip-hop history, and cinema. It originated as a reference to the United States $100 bill , which features the face of Founding Father Benjamin Franklin . 1. The Slang: Why "Benjamins"?

Watch the official music video for the classic hip-hop anthem that popularized the phrase: All About The Benjamins

The music video, directed by Paul Hunter , won a Viewer's Choice award at the 1998 MTV VMAs. The phrase is a major cultural touchstone that

The definitive "remix" added verses from Lil' Kim and Biggie, helping the song reach #1 on the Billboard Hot Rap Songs chart. directed by Paul Hunter

Benjamin Franklin has appeared on every $100 bill since 1914.