June 25, 2023

Today in Hip Hop History

 Jay-z released his debut studio album "reasonable doubt" June 25 1996

The Hip Hop Superstar and Roc Nation boss, Jay-Z, released his debut studio album Reasonable Doubt 27 years ago on June 25 1996 through Roc-A-Fella Records and Priority Records. Production was handled by DJ PremierSki Beatz, Clark Kent, DJ Irv (Irv Gotti) etc. It features guest appearances from The Notorious B.I.G, Mary J Blige, Jaz-O, Foxy Brown, Memphis Bleek and others. Reasonable Doubt was received platinum certification by the RIAA and it charted number 3 on the Billboard US Top R&B/Hip Hop Albums. The album includes smash hits like Dead Presidents II, Can't Knock the Hustle and Ain't No Nigga.

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