@viewinghistory on Instagram: "Decades before it became a rap anthem, this line was already iconic. In 1982, actress Allison Smith delivered “It’s a Hard Knock Life” as Annie, unknowingly creating one of the hardest openings ever put on tape. Years later, the same vocals would be sampled by Jay-Z, turning a Broadway show tune into the foundation of one of hip-hop’s most recognizable tracks. What started as a children’s musical performance became a defining moment in rap history. A reminder that