La Bella Mafia
Lil' Kim · 2003
65 min · 16 tracks · contemporary R&B · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop
A bold and unapologetic fusion of fierce lyricism and glamorous production that defines Lil' Kim's reign in hip-hop.
Why this album works
The album debuted at number four on the Billboard 200 and has been certified platinum by the RIAA, marking a significant commercial achievement. Its provocative themes and bold lyrics influenced the representation of women in rap, setting a precedent for future female artists in the genre.
- Best for
- bold anthems for confident vibes dynamic flow with peaks empowering tracks for self-expression
- Context
- La Bella Mafia is Lil' Kim's third studio album, released in 2003 during her rise as a dominant female figure in hip-hop. Following the commercial success of her previous albums, this record solidified her status after the infamous feud with rival artists and controversies surrounding her persona.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kool Keith· Ja Rule· Gucci Mane
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 1:25
- 2 Hold It Now 5:25
- 3 Doing It Way Big 4:00
- 4 Can't Fuck with Queen Bee 4:58
- 5 Hollyhood (skit) 0:51
- 6 Shake Ya Bum Bum 3:18
- 7 This is Who I Am 3:16
- 8 The Jump Off Standout 3:54
- 9 This Is a Warning 3:42
- 10 (When Kim Say) Can You Hear Me Now? Standout 3:12
- 11 Thug Luv 4:12
- 12 Magic Stick Standout 5:59
- 13 Get in Touch with Us 3:47
- 14 Heavenly Father 5:07
- 15 Tha Beehive 8:07
- 16 Came Back for You 4:20
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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