Mobb Deep

Mobb Deep

East Coast hip-hop, gangsta rap, hardcore hip-hop

United States Est. 1992

"Mobb Deep’s music is marked by deep bass lines and sparse beats that create a tense atmosphere, punctuated by sharp lyrical delivery that emphasizes urgency and confrontation."

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Life of the Infamous: The Best of Mobb Deep

Life of the Infamous: The Best of Mobb Deep

2006
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About Mobb Deep

Mobb Deep holds a significant place in the landscape of hip-hop, shaping the sound and narrative of East Coast rap during a pivotal era.
Mobb Deep holds a significant place in the landscape of hip-hop, shaping the sound and narrative of East Coast rap during a pivotal era. Their music resonates with the harsh realities of urban life, acting as a visceral lens into the struggles, violence, and resilience of their environment. By articulating these experiences with raw authenticity, they not only influenced a generation of artists but also expanded the thematic depth of hip-hop, making it a vehicle for social commentary and personal reflection. Their approach to songwriting is marked by a gritty realism that captures both individual and collective experiences, often characterized by stark storytelling techniques. They employ vivid imagery and unflinching honesty, creating a world that feels immediate and immersive. This narrative style is wrapped in a tone that oscillates between aggression and introspection, highlighting the complexities of life in the streets while maintaining an air of hardened bravado. Lyrically, Mobb Deep often explores themes of survival, loyalty, betrayal, and the impact of violence on community dynamics. Their voice strikes a balance between sincerity and irony, allowing listeners to grapple with both the weight of their words and the starkness of their environments. Ultimately, their work serves as both testament and warning about the realities they depict.

Career Arc

Mobb Deep's discography from 1993 to 2025

1993 2009 2025
Juvenile Hell (1993) The Infamous (1995) Hell on Earth (1996) Give Up the Goods (1996) Murda Muzik (1999) Infamy (2001) Free Agents: The Murda Mi... (2003) Amerikaz Nightmare (2004) The Mix Tape Before 9/11 (2004) Blood Money (2006) Life of the Infamous: The... (2006) The Infamous Archives (2007) The Safe Is Cracked (2009) White Cocaine (2011) Black Cocaine (2011) The Infamous Mobb Deep (2014) Infinite (2025)

Full discography

Mobb Deep's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

37 releases • 16 albums • 1 EP • 1992–2025
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EPs ()

Black Cocaine album by Mobb Deep

Black Cocaine

2011

Singles ()

Put Em In Their Place album by Mobb Deep

Put Em In Their Place

2006

Have a Party album by Mobb Deep

Have a Party

2006

Give It to Me album by Mobb Deep

Give It to Me

2006

Got It Twisted album by Mobb Deep

Got It Twisted

2004

Win or Lose album by Mobb Deep

Win or Lose

2004

Throw Your Hands (In the Air) album by Mobb Deep

Throw Your Hands (In the Air)

2004

Get Away album by Mobb Deep

Get Away

2002

Hey Luv album by Mobb Deep

Hey Luv

2002

U.S.A. (Aiight Then) album by Mobb Deep

U.S.A. (Aiight Then)

2000

Quiet Storm album by Mobb Deep

Quiet Storm

1999

It's Mine album by Mobb Deep

It's Mine

1999

G.O.D. Pt. III album by Mobb Deep

G.O.D. Pt. III

1997

Front Lines (Hell on Earth) album by Mobb Deep

Front Lines (Hell on Earth)

1996

Drop a Gem on 'em album by Mobb Deep

Drop a Gem on 'em

1996

Still Shinin' album by Mobb Deep

Still Shinin'

1996

Temperature's Rising album by Mobb Deep

Temperature's Rising

1995

Survival of the Fittest album by Mobb Deep

Survival of the Fittest

1995

Shook Ones album by Mobb Deep

Shook Ones

1995

Hit It from the Back album by Mobb Deep

Hit It from the Back

1993

Peer Pressure album by Mobb Deep

Peer Pressure

1992

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Mobb Deep sound like?

Mobb Deep’s music is marked by deep bass lines and sparse beats that create a tense atmosphere, punctuated by sharp lyrical delivery that emphasizes urgency and confrontation. Rooted in gangsta rap and hardcore hip-hop. Start with The Infamous.

What is the best Mobb Deep album to start with?

The best album to start with is "The Infamous" (1995). It's the most representative of what makes Mobb Deep worth hearing.

Who is Mobb Deep for?

If you're into gangsta rap and hardcore hip-hop, Mobb Deep is worth your time. Mobb Deep’s music is marked by deep bass lines and sparse beats that create a tense atmosphere, punctuated by sharp lyrical delivery that emphasizes urgency and confrontation.

How many albums does Mobb Deep have?

Mobb Deep has 37 releases in their discography, including 16 albums and 1 EP.

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