Wednesday, May 16, 2012

O.G. Original Gangster (Sire, 1991) by Ice-T


When gangsta rap is mentioned, this is one of the first albums that comes to mind and rightfully so.  My favorite thing about it is that it is a well-rounded gangsta rap album.  Lots of them are strictly graphic and profane depictions of violence and sex.  This, however, is much more.  There is Ice's trademark story-telling, insight into shortcomings in America's ghettos, anger, and crass humor.  Ice-T is a very smart individual whose perspective and educated opinions are highly valued by many.  Hip-hop is very lucky to have him and this album because Ice-T did not just reflect the chaos of the streets by yelling and cursing.  He told the truth about its harsh realities in hopes that a change for the better would occur.


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