6/15/2023 0 Comments Iconical alburn covers of all timeThe album cover reflects as much Queen uncompromised, unrelenting and not about the bulls**t. Queen Latifah's most commercially successful album thus far, included the powerful and legendary Black anthem "U.N.I.T.Y.," a scathing call to arms for Black female respect. The art is direct and no-nonsense, like the superb album that infamously went double platinum with, of course, “no features.” We would later find out that the concept, art and title was in homage to the North Carolina home Cole grew up in, which was foreclosed on shortly after he left moved to attend college. The cover was simple: A then 29-year-old J. ![]() In the male dominated arena, Salt-N-Pepa absolutely brought it, with bangers like "Shoop" and "What a Man." 22.) 2014 Forest Hills Drive – J. Baggy plaid jackets, fly haircuts, backwards hats, that weird circular font - I stan. The album cover of the trio, Salt, Pepa, and DJ Spinderella, is '90's hip-hop to the core. While he's been on an indefinite hiatus, we hope for the return of his music soon. The work included such hits as "Daydreamin’" and "Kick, Push."The showcased his galactic, cool-kid, eclectic style that was refreshing for the time. 24.) Food & Liquor – Lupe Fiasco, 2009ĭropping in 2009, Lupe’s debut album positioned him as a major voice to listen out for when he arrived on the scene. ![]() While it’s a rare to buy a CD anymore, we can still appreciate the album covers of yesterday and today that have made a mark on the culture. With music going the way of streaming, things like carefully crafted album art packaged with a booklet of lyrics - which would be helpful in these times of mumble rappers - are becoming a thing of the past.
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