In 1982, I created a mashup technique that emerged out of necessity as a DJ who spun a wide range of genres. To make the diverse styles sound cohesive and enjoyable to me, I began blending instrumentals from hip-hop tracks with acapellas from rock, country, pop, and even nursery rhymes. This approach allowed me to bridge the gap between genres, creating unique and unexpected musical combinations that captivated audiences. In fact, my experimentation with nursery rhymes and hip-hop started even earlier, in 1980, when I discovered how the playful simplicity of nursery rhyme melodies could seamlessly complement the raw beats of hip-hop instrumentals. This creative mixing not only honed my skills as a DJ but also set the foundation for my passion for pushing musical boundaries and finding connections between seemingly unrelated styles.