In the early 1990s, a scandal rocked evolutionary biology: scientists discovered that songbirds -- once thought to be strictly monogamous -- engaged in what's politely called "extra-pair copulation." In this unforgettable biology lesson on animal infidelity, TED Fellow Danielle N. Lee shows how she uses hip-hop to teach science, leading the crowd in an updated version of Naughty by Nature's hit "O.P.P."

Danielle N. Lee: How hip-hop helps us understand science

How hip-hop helps us understand science

Extra-pair copulation (EPC) redefines monogamy in birds, highlighting a mere 14% genetic monogamy among songbird species.

Hip-hop's narrative power bridges science and culture, making complex topics like EPC accessible and engaging to wider audiences.

Hip-hop bridges science and culture, revealing that songbirds' 'monogamy' often includes secret affairs, like human relationships.