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Though many won’t admit that the group was right about everything they examined on ‘Stakes Is High,’ De La Soul’s career longevity serves as a proper statement of victory.
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Upon its highly anticipated release, Nas’ second album offered convincing testament that the Queensbridge native is arguably hip-hop’s greatest and most well-rounded lyricist of all time.
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Amidst adversity and high expectations as the follow-up to his classic debut LP, Slick Rick’s second studio affair does an excellent job at showcasing his remarkable lyrical and storytelling abilities.
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Like its precursors, the group’s third studio affair appeals to a broad audience, but still feels authentic. Its music that’s uncompromised, as Heavy D’s personality soaks into every track.
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A crystalline collection of redemptive reveries, ‘Good Dog Bad Dog’ is fueled by Karin Bergquist & Linford Detweiler’s empathetic examination of life’s dualities.
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Raw raps over obscure jazz samples will always sound fly, and few did it as well as Heltah Skeltah when they were in their zone.
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Following the success of 1984’s ‘Like A Virgin,’ Madonna’s terrific third album showcases her development into a more mature, multi-dimensionally adept talent.
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Across her second LP, Ndegeocello effortlessly touches on third rail topics such as Christianity, racism, sexuality and homophobia, aided by her ever-smooth, fluid vocals and incisive lyrics.
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With her debut LP, Waters’ crafted songs that left listeners not just wanting to tear up the dance floor, but also to smile from ear to ear upon indulging in the euphoric sounds on glorious display.
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