A statue of LL Cool J in his native Queens does more than just stand there The bust shows the rapper in his signature bucket hat and gold chain. A solar-powered radio bumps his tunes so the level ...

We asked LL Cool J and other stylish men about their favorite bucket hats. They suggested options in nylon, cotton and leather, from brands including North Face, Stussy, Kangol, Snow Peak ...

Hip-hop artists, like LL Cool J, perfected the bucket hat vibe in the 90s, while the likes of Russell Westbrook, Justin Bieber and Pharrell just some of the famous faces effortlessly pulling off ...

However, when Cool J first broke into the scene in the '80s he led the way with his swag. The Kangol hat and rope chain became staples in the '80s thanks to Uncle L's innovative ways.