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On September 30, 2008, T.I. released Paper Trail, one of the defining albums of his career. Featuring hits like “Whatever You Like” and “Live Your Life”…

Cardi B’s Am I The Drama? has officially debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, making her the first female rapper to see two consecutive…

On September 29, 2007, Kanye West released his landmark album Graduation, which debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200. Fueled by hits like “Stronger,” “Good Life,”…

On Sept. 23, 2003, OutKast dropped their ambitious double album Speakerboxxx / The Love Below. The record broke barriers by blending funk, soul, pop, and hip-hop…

In 1997, Missy Elliott released her debut album Supa Dupa Fly, a game-changer that fused futuristic production, bold visuals, and her eccentric personality. Powered by Timbaland’s…

On Sept. 22, 1992, Bronx legend Diamond D dropped his debut Stunts, Blunts & Hip Hop. The record remains a blueprint of boom bap production —…

On Sept. 22, 1998, Trick Daddy released www.thug.com, a sophomore album that made Miami rap a national force. Raw storytelling, heavy basslines, and a title embracing the…

Body: On September 21, 1984, Wale was born. From Ambition to The Gifted, he fused poetic bars with D.C. go-go roots to create a distinct sound.…

On September 20, 1988, Marley Marl dropped In Control, Volume 1, shaping the golden era with collaborations that set a blueprint for producers. On this same…