While last night's Academy Awards will probably be best remembered for the altercation between Will Smith and Chris Rock, there was a more positive representation of classic Hip-Hop at the ceremony. Specifically, when Diddy took the stage to pay tribute to the 50th anniversary of The Godfather — something we celebrated here at Rock The Bells.

The Godfather montage was a blend of the film's classic score and some choice classic Hip-Hop songs. Specifically, the show chose to use JAY-Z's "Can I Live," Nas' "NY State of Mind," Kanye West's "Can't Tell Me Nothing," Lil Wayne's "A Milli," and Diddy's "All About the Benjamins."

Hip-Hop's inclusion at Hollywood's biggest night shouldn't be a surprise anymore. Whether it's an artist's own personal journey, lyrics, or a combination of both, the songs are a testament to how the Academy now puts the New York-born culture on equal footing with Tinsel Town.