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Turn It Up! The Very Best of Busta Rhymes

Busta Rhymes · 2002

56 min · 15 tracks · hardcore hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop · progressive rap

A frenetic explosion of playful rhymes and infectious beats that captures Busta Rhymes' dynamic energy.

Why this album works

This album not only highlights Busta Rhymes' chart-topping hits but also solidified his influence in the hip-hop genre, showcasing his unique style that blends energetic lyrics with innovative beats. Notably, tracks like 'Woo Hah!! Got You All in Check' helped to define late '90s hip-hop, earning him a Grammy nomination and significant airplay.
Career context
By the time 'Turn It Up! The Very Best of Busta Rhymes' was released in January 2002, Busta had established himself as a leading figure in hip-hop since his debut with Leaders of the New School in the early '90s. This compilation came after a string of successful albums, positioning him during a period of mainstream success following his acclaimed projects like 'When Disaster Strikes' and 'Extinction Level Event'.
Stylistic neighbors
Public Enemy· A Tribe Called Quest· Yasiin Bey

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Turn It Up (remix) / Fire It Up 3:59
  • 2 Woo Hah!! Got You All in Check Standout 4:33
  • 3 Gimme Some More (Enhanced) 2:40
  • 4 What's It Gonna Be! Standout 5:26
  • 5 Dangerous 3:39
  • 6 Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Could See (Enhanced) 3:16
  • 7 It's a Party 4:39
  • 8 One 4:24
  • 9 Do My Thing 3:41
  • 10 Party Is Goin' on Over Here 2:33
  • 11 Get Out 3:05
  • 12 Sobb Story 4:52
  • 13 Tear Da Roof Off 3:38
  • 14 Everything Remains Raw 3:42
  • 15 Rhymes Galore 2:33

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