10 Greatest Solo Debut Albums, Part 2 (#5-#1)

I’ve brought you what I think are the top 10-5 of the best debut solo hip hop albums (see here). Let’s have a look at my top 5.

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#5

Jay-Z – Reasonable Doubt

When released in 1996, this album was pretty much 

slept on compared to it’s standing today. Jay-Z brought us his unique style of witty lyrics and talks mainly about his previous encounters with crime.

#4

Ice Cube – AmeriKKKa’s Most Wanted

Fresh out of N.W.A, this hard-hitting 1990 album showcased Cube’s talent on his own. Cube talked about the social issues in America with vivid imagery with his amazing and sometimes humorous lyrical approach. As if this wasn’t enough, the following year he came with an even better and harder album.

#3

Dr. Dre – The Chronic

Another N.W.A member makes the top 5. This is arguably the best produced hip hop album of all time and with Snoop Dogg helping out on the vocals, this album was the highlight of the G-Funk era. This album is a definite classic and a 90s gem.

#2

The Notorious B.I.G. – Ready To Die

This was the first glimpse we got of a true legend who didn’t get a fair crack at the rap game. This album showed how his flow was easily one of the best in the game and he had some amazing and controversial lyrics to go with it.

#1

Nas – Illmatic

It couldn’t have been anything else could it? The Queensbridge native brought us some of the most prolific lyrics ever heard and some amazing production from some of the best producers in the game.

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