Kool G Rap- 4,5,6

For such a significantly impactful genre as mafioso rap, there are surprisingly few records that can definitely be classified as mafioso. IWW, Doe Or Die, Cuban Linx, CNN, The Firm, Reasonable Doubt, and of course Kool G Rap. The fucking kool genius of rap.
True heads know that KGR is an unsung god among puny mortals, but there's a general disarray in ranking his top efforts. We can all agree that his work with Whoo Kid wasn't exactly classic, but still a solid effort. But what's better, his shits with DJ Polo? Or maybe when he was on his Giancana tip?
Personally, 4,5,6 is untouchable. There's a certain element of raw that only KGR can explore. Over minimalistic beats he tells stories of ghetto depravity that can really resonate in your soul and bang on your eardrums. Add that to the fact that 4,5,6 is succinct and a practically skip-less album that speaks volumes about the state of hip hop in the mid-90's and really foreshadows the great underground NYC scene in the late 90's/early '00's. Lastly, you need to check this album if only for MF Grimm who tears the mic to shreds on his two guest spots.

Choice Cuts:

Executioner Style


Take 'Em To War (Feat. MF Grimm & B1)


Blowin' Up In The World


Ghetto Knows


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A review I did on this album quite a while back. My views have changed... significantly.
Original samples from K-Nott.