by DrRapid » Jan 23rd, '10, 13:43
1. Me Against The World - This is the only or one of the only rap albums which I've felt the rapper's struggle. 2Pac steps up his lyrical ability in this album but for me it's the emotion, you can "feel" what he's going through. Love it. Favorites: "If I Die 2Nite", "Death Around The Corner", "Dear Mama" & "Old School"
2. Illmatic - Yes, how unoriginal but seriously I can put this album on at any time and it'll do the job. Great production along with even greater rhymes by Nasty Nas. Favorites: "N.Y. State Of Mind", "The World Is Yours", "Memory Lane (Sittin' In Da Park)" & "Life's A Bitch"
3. Only Built 4 Cuban Linx... - First of all, this album wouldn't be here if it wasn't for RZA. The beats are amazing and when it comes to Raekwon along with Ghostface Killah, they rip the tracks and do the most to them. I love this album. Favorites: "Heaven & Hell", "Glaciers Of Ice", "Criminology" & "Verbal Intercourse"
4. Moment Of Truth - Gang Starr is incredible. Guru and DJ Premier make a perfect combination. No matter how monotonous Guru sounds a lot of the times, his lyrics always feel inspiring. DJ Premier lays down the beats as he always does. Favorites: "Moment Of Truth", "Above The Clouds", "Work" & "What I'm Here 4"
5. The Marshall Mathers LP - I love how Eminem faces some of the problems in this album as well as his attitude in the whole. Everything fits perfectly. Favorites: "Marshall Mathers", "Stan", "The Way I Am" & "Criminal"

"A coward dies 1000 deaths, a soldier dies but once."
R.I.P. Guru