Description
Coming on the heels of two strong records that revealed the extent of Jay-Z's talents, Vol. 2: Hard Knock Life (it may be titled Vol. 2, but it's his third album, arguably his fourth if you count the Streets Is Watching soundtrack) was released. Jay-Z had established himself as a savvy, street-smart rapper on those two records, but with Hard Knock Life he decides to shoot for crossover territory. He shows no fear -- witness how the title track shamelessly works a Broadway showstopper from Annie into a raging ghetto cry, yet keeps it smooth enough for radio. It's a stunning single. Jay-Z remains a first-rate lyricist and MC. Several tracks are produced by such stars as Timbaland, Kid Capri, and Jermaine Dupri, are state-of-the-art, R&B-inflected mainstream hip-hop.
Details
Catalogue Number: 74321625552
Availability
Estimated despatch 5-10 days after ordering.