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That really is a matter of opinion. How much impact the song had is really up for debate.

Two that come to mind are Sugar Hill Gang's "Rapper's Delight," and Blondie's "Rapture." (I think "Rapture" actually did more to broaden the exposure and acceptance of rap.)

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