Harlem's American Gangster cover

Harlem's American Gangster

Jim Jones · 2008

47 min · 17 tracks · hip-hop · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop

A gritty exploration of street life blended with confessional storytelling and vibrant production.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with engaging skits
  • gritty exploration of street life
  • confessional storytelling that captivates
  • short tracks for quick engagement
  • wave-like pacing that surprises

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer longer, cohesive albums
  • seek polished mainstream production

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Harlem's American Gangster' was released in January 2008, Jim Jones had solidified his place in hip-hop as a prominent figure in the Diplomats collective. This album followed his previous effort, 'Hustler's P.O.M.E. (Product of My Environment),' which had further established his solo career and showcased his unique blend of East Coast hip-hop and gangsta rap.
Stylistic neighbors
Cam'ron· Juelz Santana· 50 Cent

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Intro 5:06
  • 2 The King 2:58
  • 3 Love Me No More 2:41
  • 4 Dame Dash Skit #1 0:35
  • 5 Byrd Gang Money 4:26
  • 6 Stay Ballin' 2:10
  • 7 Dame Dash Skit #2 1:04
  • 8 Come On, Come On 2:58
  • 9 I Gotta Have It 3:05
  • 10 Dame Dash Skit #3 0:36
  • 11 Up in Harlem 1:37
  • 12 American Gangster 2:36
  • 13 Lifestyle 3:34
  • 14 Dame Dash Skit #4 1:49
  • 15 Lookin' at the Game 3:56
  • 16 Rockefeller Laws 4:47
  • 17 No Fuss 3:32

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