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This was to replace my album that was purchased some time ago. It's just as entertaining as I remembered. Great Purchase
So the record ultimately didn't impress me enough for 5 stars. The rest of the disc shows itself very much a product of the times in which the songs were written, the early 80s.
It's hits from the Sugarhill Gang, whom many musical historians have designated as the first rappers. This is definitely a good CD.
The full version, which is here, is very long. Or maybe it's that "Rapper's Delight" has been thought of as the first rap song.
Rapper's Delight kicks off this album, and it's very catchy, chock full of creative lyrics [unlike today's swear-filled rap records] that make for a funny song. That's fine, but it's just that a number of the raps don't really have the flow I usually associate with rap.
Good stuff tho, definitely worth 4.
This is truly a get up and dance CD that everyone would love. You can't just sit down listening to this.
Great Service, Quick Turnaround. I was very pleased. This was a very hard to get item.
This is timeless music about partying, having some good fun from "Back in the Day" where the worst thing you could be is a "Sucka MC."Recommended songs: "Rapper's Delight," "Apache," "Kickin' It Live From 9 to 5."What this is not: Do not expect the technical sophistication of today's recording artists with 48 track recording and computer assist. Listening to this album, their nostalgic appeal is obvious. The Sugarhill Gang brought Rap to the mainstream and in many ways cut a path for others to follow and build upon. Do not expect to find some social message - the only message here is having fun at the club or party.Personal Note: The Sugarhill Gang was my first exposure to Rap music more than 20 years ago. It is upbeat with catchy hooks and fun lyrics. The beat will get your head bopping and toes tapping. It is good to hear rap without someone "Bustin a cap," or demeaning women. As to its staying power, I played this for the college student hire in my office and it was a big hit with her.
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