Now, let me tell ya somethin’ ’bout them hip hop albums that came out in 2016. If you ain’t been payin’ attention, well, it’s time you did. Some of them albums really shook things up, lemme tell ya. From old school legends comin’ back to fresh faces takin’ over, 2016 was a year full of surprises. We ain’t just talkin’ ’bout one or two albums here. There was a whole bunch of ’em. So, let me take ya through some of the big ones.
First off, you got Flatbush Zombies. Now, these boys from Brooklyn ain’t new to the scene, but they sure did make a name for themselves with their debut album, “3001: A Laced Odyssey”. Released on March 11, 2016, this here album got folks talkin’. It’s got that gritty, dark vibe, and they ain’t holdin’ back with their lyrics. If you like a bit of the spooky side mixed in with your rap, this one’s for ya.
Then there’s A Tribe Called Quest. Now, I’ve been around long enough to remember when these boys first started, and it was a big deal when they came back with their album “We Got It From Here… Thank You 4 Your Service”. Released in November, this album really brought that classic Tribe sound, but with a modern twist. It had a lot of heart and soul in it, especially since it was their last one before Phife Dawg passed away. A lot of folks were emotional ’bout it, that’s for sure.
But wait, there’s more. Yo Gotti dropped his album, “The Art of Hustle”. Now, this man has been in the game for years, and he ain’t slowin’ down. His 2016 album showed just how much he’s mastered the hustle. It’s got them bangers that make you wanna move, and the lyrics speak to anybody who’s been out there tryin’ to make it big in the game of life. This album’s for those who love the grind, and Yo Gotti’s been grindin’ for over 20 years.
Now, 2016 also introduced us to a whole bunch of new talent. Some of these young folks really impressed the world, and I’m talkin’ ‘bout names like 21 Savage, D.R.A.M., Lil Yachty, and Lil Uzi Vert. These kids were blowin’ up all over, and they brought a whole new sound to the scene. They weren’t scared to try new things, and that’s how they made their mark. Kodak Black, Noname, and Kevin Gates also made waves in 2016, addin’ their own style to the mix.
One of the big surprises for me in 2016 was Kendrick Lamar. This man won five trophies that year, and it wasn’t no accident. Kendrick had already made a name for himself, but in 2016, he cemented his place as one of the best in the game. His music had depth, it had substance. He didn’t just rap about partyin’ and bling-bling, he rapped about real issues, and people respected that. That’s why he won all them awards.
But it wasn’t just the old heads and new kids takin’ over in 2016. That year also showed us how hip hop was gettin’ more colorful, more creative. You had artists like Aminé and Dae Dae who brought something fresh to the table, showin’ the world that the future of rap was in good hands. The younger generation was out here mixin’ old school vibes with new school flair, and that’s what kept the culture alive and well.
Now, you know I ain’t forget about them mixtapes. They wasn’t albums, but they sure as heck made an impact. Artists like Chance the Rapper had people talkin’, especially with his mixtape “Coloring Book”. It wasn’t just the music that made it pop, it was the whole vibe. People were really feelin’ that tape, and it was a reminder of how mixtapes can still make waves in the hip hop world.
So, if you ask me, 2016 was a good year for hip hop. Whether it was the legends comin’ back or the new kids on the block, there was somethin’ for everyone. And it wasn’t just about the music – it was about the culture. Hip hop was alive, well, and ready to take on the future. If you missed any of these releases, well, you better catch up, ’cause they ain’t gonna be around forever!
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