This album is a modern day classic. It benefited from great timing and came out at a time when sing-songy rap (i.e. Ja Rule) was dominating the airwaves. The drop of the coin for the introduction was a great set-up for "What Up Gangsta". Not only does that track set the tone for the rest of the album, but it is a song with great energy that smoothly transfers to an amazing live performance. And "Patiently Waiting" is the best song that 50 has ever done with Eminem. Other highlights include "Heat" [gun-shot snares = genius] and "Many Men". Then, last but not least, there is "In Da Club". At first look, it appears to be a materialistic rhyme that's been heard too many times. However, after one listen, it becomes clear that it is anything but that. Dre's masterful production makes for one of the most memorable beats of his career. And the "Go Shorty, it's your Birthday" ad-lib that 50 put in at the beginning made this a timeless song because everyday is somebody's birthday and they're always going to want to party.
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