2Pacalypse Now
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70
Yes, the edges of 2Pacalypse Now can be a bit rough, yes the beats aren't always outstanding, and yes, the MC's flow can be a little choppy, even for him, but it's still a great look at what 2Pac could offer, and a must-have for any fan of his, or hip-hop in general.
13y
60
Because we think of Tupac Amaru Shakur as one who lived fast and died young in the name of thug life, we can forget that he emerged on 2Pacalypse Now as a very militant, conscious, anti-po-po rapper, not to mention one who came on riding Ice Cube's lyrical jock.
11y
Inconsistencies, low quality production, and a young Pac still attempting to find a voice that will stick out from his influences are all highlighted on his debut record. Yet there's something about it.. Maybe it's the historical significance of one of rap's most interesting lives getting his start, or the very solid grooves on tracks like I Don't Give A Fuck or If My Homie Calls, or the chaotic energy of Young Black Male with a strong contrast against the genuine sentimentality of Brenda's Got ... read more
This is where it all really began for Pac. 2Pacalypse Now is already a pretty solid start. It's raw, rough around the edges, but you can already hear the fire in 2Pac's voice, the emotion, and the talent that would later make him a legend. It’s not the most polished or consistent record, but that kind of makes it what it is. Pac was still finding his sound, and that hunger just pours out of the speakers.
Right from the start of the album you hear how real and direct he already ... read more
400
For my 400th album I chose to listen to an album of the best rapper of all time.
I loved 2pac vocals and every track is amazing.
The instrumentation has a ring to it. Charged with meaningful themes. It does feel like early 2Pac. I like this more than S4MN.
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Track List
| 1 | Young Black Male 2:35 | 71 |
| 2 | Trapped 4:44 | 83 |
| 3 | Soulja's Story 5:05 | 75 |
| 4 | I Don't Give a Fuck 4:20 | 78 |
| 5 | Violent 6:25 | 76 |
| 6 | Words of Wisdom 4:54 | 78 |
| 7 | Something Wicked 2:28 | 66 |
| 8 | Crooked Ass Nigga 4:17 feat. Stretch | 67 |
| 9 | If My Homie Calls 4:18 | 80 |
| 10 | Brenda's Got a Baby 3:53 | 94 |
| 11 | Tha' Lunatic 3:29 feat. Stretch | 75 |
| 12 | Rebel of the Underground 3:17 | 71 |
| 13 | Part Time Mutha 5:13 | 82 |
Total Length: 55 minutes
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