Run–D.M.C. - Greatest Hits
Run-DMC · 2002
71 min · 18 tracks · hardcore hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop · rap rock
A groundbreaking fusion of rap and rock that established hip-hop's mainstream appeal through dynamic beats and infectious hooks.
Why this album works
'Greatest Hits' not only achieved commercial success by reaching the top of the Billboard R&B charts but also underscored Run-D.M.C.'s lasting influence on both hip-hop and rock music. The inclusion of hits like 'Walk This Way' exemplified their ability to bridge genres, leading to renewed interest and critical acclaim in the early 2000s.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys immediate hooks and energy steady, consistent energy levels
- Context
- By the release of 'Greatest Hits' in 2002, Run-D.M.C. had already solidified their status as pioneers of hip-hop, following their last studio album 'Crown Royal' in 2001. This compilation came during a resurgence of interest in their legacy, showcasing their influential tracks from the 1980s and 1990s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ice-T· Cypress Hill· Everlast
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 King of Rock Standout 5:13
- 2 It’s Tricky 3:03
- 3 Beats to the Rhyme 2:41
- 4 Can You Rock It Like This 4:29
- 5 Walk This Way Standout 5:10
- 6 Run’s House 3:44
- 7 Rock Box 5:30
- 8 Peter Piper 3:23
- 9 Mary, Mary 3:14
- 10 Hard Times 3:52
- 11 You Be Illin’ 3:26
- 12 It’s Like That 4:49
- 13 My Adidas 2:48
- 14 Sucker M.C.’s (Krush‐Groove 1) 3:08
- 15 You Talk Too Much 6:01
- 16 Jam‐Master Jay 3:10
- 17 Down With the King 5:02
- 18 Christmas in Hollis 2:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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