That is what makes this album truly shine and what has forever solidified it in the all-time greatest albums list.The New Jersey collective of Lauryn Hill, Pras, and Wyclef showcased their talents on their first album, but it would be their second release that truly set the tone for their legacy.
![]() I recognized songs I liked, but I often didnt know who sang them. I dont remember what the contest was, but here is what I do remember. Fugees Album Full Of UnreleasedThe radio station was Hot 97.5 FM in Atlanta, Georgia, aside from whatever the initial prize was, there was a goody bag full of unreleased or independent albums and T-shirts. There was UGKs first cassette tape and a black Fugees T-shirt with the cover of The Score on it. I didnt know what The Score was, but it was all made clear to me after catching a music video on 106 and Park. Napster was taking off at the time so finding more songs (and the album for that matter) was short work. Its always cool to look back some 20 years later and see that it still holds the same weight it did way back then. They pulled you in with their unique rapping styles accompanied with a voice that haunts you. Wyclef Jean, Lauryn Hill, and Pras Michel made up this awesome supergroup. They combined soul, reggae and Hip Hop in a way that had not been done before. ![]() Just when I thought they couldnt grab my attention again, they did. Though their presence as a group in Hip Hop was short lived and the rap community only got to hear 2 projects, we were graced with one of the best Hip Hop albums of all time in The Score. The Score album dropped in 96, and this was a phenomenal year for Hip Hop albums in general. Ghost, Pac, Outkast, Ras Kass, The Roots, Jeru, Hov, Tribe, etc. This particular album would establish Lauryn Hill as a top female MC and launch a very successful solo career for her in years to come. I think these songs showcase the talent of each member and rank among my personal favorites. I dont know if any other group could have done justice to Bob Marley and Roberta Flacks original tracks or brought an element of blues in the same way. What solidified Hill as a top MC and vocalist for me was her lyrics in How Many Mics and her vocals on the above-mentioned tracks. In my opinion, she carried the group and had Wyclef as her supporting cast and Pras as a complimentary component. The fact that this album was a perfect mesh of raw rap and excellent RB made it unique and fresh. I think the dedication and passion that went into creating this album is weaved into every single bar, word, beat and verse.
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