Favorite Albums

Alright, let’s talk about hip hop albums from 1988 to 1996, one of the most legendary stretches in music history. I wasn’t even alive when these albums dropped, but that doesn’t mean I can’t appreciate them. In fact, discovering this era has only made me love hip hop even more.

These years weren’t just important they shaped everything we hear today.

This was the golden age. Lyricism was on another level, production was raw and experimental, and every artist was pushing boundaries in their own way. Whether it was boom bap beats from the East Coast, the rise of G funk in the West, or the early sounds of the South making waves, hip hop was evolving fast. It was real, it was unfiltered, and it had something to say.

In this section, I’m breaking down my favourite albums from this time, projects that, even decades later, still hit just as hard. These aren’t just classics because people say they are they’re classics because they changed the game. I’ll go deep into what makes each album special.

Even if you’re someone who mostly listens to newer hip hop, trust me understanding this era gives you a whole new appreciation for what we have now. These albums aren’t just history; they’re the foundation of everything that came after.